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Smoky Skies Bulletin issued for the south country
Environment Canada has issued a Smoky Skies Bulletin for the south country area of the East Kootenay.
The bulletin covers Kimberley, Cranbrook, Yahk, Moyie, Wasa Lake Provinical Park, Jaffray, Grasmere and Roosville.
Along with the south country, regions of B.C. listed below are being impacted or are likely to be impacted by wildfire smoke over the next 24-48 hours.
B.C. North Peace River includes the City of Fort St John and all communities along Hwy 97 extending from Farmington to Pink Mountain; Hwy 29 including Moberly Lake, Hudson’s Hope; also includes Rolla, Clayhurst and Goodlow. Fraser Canyon (south) Trans Canada Hwy 1 from Lytton to Choate. Similkameen includes Princeton.
During a wildfire, smoke conditions can change quickly over short distances and can vary considerably hour-by-hour.
Wildfire smoke is a natural part of our environment but it is important to be mindful that exposure to smoke may affect your health.
People with pre-existing health conditions, respiratory infections such as COVID-19, older adults, pregnant women and infants, children, and sensitive individuals are more likely to experience health effects from smoke exposure.
If you or those in your care are exposed to wildfire smoke, consider taking extra precautions to reduce your exposure. Wildfire smoke is a constantly-changing mixture of particles and gases which includes many chemicals that can harm your health.
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