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The Ministry of Environment in collaboration with the Northern Health Authority has issued a Smoke Advisory for the Omineca Region and North East of BC because of wildfire fire smoke that is affecting this area.
The communities included in this advisory are: Quesnel, Vanderhoof, Prince George, Makenzie, Chetwynd, Dawson Creek, Fort St. John and Fort Nelson. The change in weather is bringing relief from high smoke levels to many communities in the area. However, the fires are still active and periods of smoke my still affect communities throughout the area. Smoke levels can change rapidly, and there may be large variations over short distances.
Smoke transport models suggest that smoke from the active fires is still moving in an easterly direction and some communities may experience elevated levels.
Contact your health care provider if you experience difficulty in breathing, chest pain or discomfort, or sudden onset of cough or irritation of airways.
If you are experiencing symptoms, avoid strenuous outdoor activities, especially along busy traffic corridors.
Exposure is particularly a concern for infants, the elderly and those who have underlying medical conditions such as diabetes, and lung or heart disease.
Agencies/Canadajournal
