Forest fire smoke affecting air quality across northeastern Ont.
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Areas in and around Timmins, Sudbury, Sault Ste. Marie and North Bay are under air quality statements, Environment Canada said Tuesday.
'Smoke is causing or expected to cause poor air quality and reduced visibility,' the statement said.
Forest fire smoke
Areas in and around Timmins, Sudbury, Sault Ste. Marie and North Bay are under air quality statements, Environment Canada said Tuesday.
(Ontario Forest Fires file photo)
'Smoke from forest fires over the Prairies will move into the areas this afternoon into this evening. Locally poor air quality may persist through Wednesday for some areas.'
Rising smoke levels increase risks to health, particularly for younger and older people, pregnant women and people with chronic health issues.
'Consider reducing or rescheduling outdoor sports, activities and events,' Environment Canada said.
Common symptoms
Symptoms include eye and nose irritation, headaches and mild cough. Less common but more serious symptoms include wheezing, chest pains or severe cough.
'When indoors, keep windows and doors closed as much as possible,' the statement said.
'Protect your indoor air from wildfire smoke. Actions can include using a clean, good quality air filter in your ventilation system and/or a certified portable air cleaner that can filter fine particles.'
Public Health Sudbury and Districts said people should be on guard for symptoms such as severe cough, wheezing, difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, dizziness, chest pain, and irregular heartbeat.
Residents can get updated information from the Air Quality Health Index and can contact Health811 for confidential health advice.
Learn more at canada.ca/wildfire-smoke.
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