Smoke

• Forecasters predict Prairie wildfire smoke could cause hazy skies across Canada

  Environment Canada says the smoke is causing or expected to cause poor air quality and reduced visibility that can fluctuate and vary hour by hour.

  Environment

  Aug 3
  
• Quebec could break its poor air quality record as smoke sits over the province

  As the wildfires prompt emergency evacuations in the Canadian Prairies, an air quality alert has been issued in Quebec due to travelling smoke.

  Environment

  Jun 6
  
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• Residents advised to take precautions as smoke fills Saskatchewan’s skies

  Experts recommend staying indoors this weekend as the SPSA is warning of extreme smoke conditions across much of southern Saskatchewan.

  Canada

  May 30
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• Highway 3 near Prince Albert re-opened after wildfire closure

  Highway 3 south of Prince Albert is currently closed due to a fire in the area. Thick smoke has reduced visibility, creating hazardous conditions for drivers.

  Environment

  May 26
• How to protect your lungs during Saskatchewan forest fire season

  While smoke isn't good for anyone, Hubick said people with lunch conditions like asthma or COPD, a chronic lung disease, are more likely to experience severe symptoms.

  Canada

  Jul 8, 2024
• Sask. campers will face light wildfire smoke on May long weekend: Environment Canada

  Terri Lang with Environment Canada said smoke can be dangerous for people with pre-existing medical conditions and breathing conditions. 

  Canada

  May 14, 2024
• Yellowknife welcome home celebration cancelled due to smoke

  The NWT capital had planned a "Welcome Home'' gathering on Saturday at Somba K'e Civic Plaza, featuring live music, bouncy castles and a shop-local contest.

  Canada

  Sep 23, 2023
• In 2023, Edmonton sees most smoke hours ever on record

  In 2023, Edmonton recorded the highest number of smoke hours in any year since Environment Canada starting tracking in 1953.

  Canada

  Sep 18, 2023
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• Special air quality statement for Central, South Okanagan

  The statement comes at a time when the region is experiencing continued warm, dry conditions, with a mix of high wind gusts -- causing increased fire behavior.

  Health

  Sep 17, 2023
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• More evacuation alerts around McDougall Creek wildfire rescinded

  The evacuation alerts for La Casa and the area north of the resort were rescinded Tuesday morning, reducing the number of properties on evacuation alert in the Central Okanagan.

  Fire

  Sep 12, 2023