Smoke from wildfires decreases air quality
Smoke from wildfires is drifting into Medicine Hat and will be at a forecast high of 8 (high risk) by tomorrow night according to Environment Canada. (Graphics courtesy of Environment Canada)
Environment Canada currently advises
At-Risk Population:
Consider reducing or rescheduling strenuous activities outdoors if you are experiencing symptoms.
General Population:
No need to modify your usual outdoor activities unless you experience symptoms such as coughing and throat irritation.
Who is at risk?People with heart and lung conditions are most affected by air pollution.
To find out if you are at risk, consult the health guide, or your physician.
Visit the national AQHI Web site to learn more about the AQHI.
Did you know...?
Children are vulnerable to air pollution: they inhale more air per kilogram of body weight than adults and therefore breathe in more pollutants.
Until now, Medicine Hat has been spared the worst of the smoke. Air quality has been deteriorating all across Canada; winds have taken the smoke south of our border.
