Hazy conditions return to Ottawa
Hazy conditions caused by wildfire smoke have returned to Ottawa a day after relief from hot, humid weather.
A special air quality statement is in effect for the city, saying smoke is causing or expected to cause poor air quality and reduced visibility.
Environment Canada's air quality health index (AQHI) for Ottawa was 6, or a moderate risk, as of 4 p.m.
'You may experience mild and common symptoms such as eye, nose and throat irritation, headaches or a mild cough. More serious but less common symptoms include wheezing, chest pains or severe cough. If you think you are having a medical emergency, seek immediate medical assistance,' the air quality statement says.
Environment Canada lifted the heat warning for Ottawa after five days with temperatures above 30 C in a six-day period.
The temperature reached 27 C Wednesday afternoon with a humidex of 34.
The forecast for this evening is partly cloudy and hazy. Low 16 C.
Thursday will see a mix of sun and cloud, along with hazy conditions in the morning. High 25 C.
Friday will be sunny. High 24 C.
The outlook for Saturday calls for sunshine. High 28 C.
Sunday will be mainly sunny. High 30 C.
The normal temperatures for this time of year are a high of 26 C and a low of 16 C.
Wildfire smoke
The AQHI is forecast to rise to 7 – High Risk tonight, before dropping to 2 - Low Risk by Thursday night.
According to firesmoke.ca, smoke will drift over Ottawa through the day and into tonight.
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