WEATHER ALERT
ENVIRONMENT CANADA
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Special air quality statement in effect for:
• Espanola - Killarney
• Greater Sudbury and vicinity
Smoke is causing poor air quality and reducing visibility. Smoke is expected or occurring.
Possible high levels of air pollution due to smoke from forest fires over the next few days.
Smoke plumes are over parts of the region from forest fires in the vicinity of Key River. Air quality may deteriorate if the smoke descends to ground level.
Individuals may experience symptoms such as increased coughing, throat irritation, headaches or shortness of breath. Children, seniors, and those with cardiovascular or lung disease, such as asthma, are especially at risk.
Be air aware! Check your local weather forecasts and alerts so you know when to take extra care.
Visit www.airhealth.ca for information on how to reduce your health risk and your personal contribution to pollution levels, as well as for current and forecast AQHI values.
Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada.
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