Air quality advisory in effect for Fraser Valley, Metro Vancouver
Nearly 200 fires are currently burning in B.C., with 77 reported in the last week
Wildfire smokea ‘high health risk’ for those with respiratory or chronic conditions
Salmon Arm doctor says mental health might also be a contributing factor
Advice for a five-day episode doesn’t work when you’re talking about an entire potential season
Health officials urge those with pre-existing health conditions and respiratory issues to remain vigilant
The summer of 2021 has the potential to be worse than any wildfire season before it
Canada Post has resumed delivery in some parts of the province
But ground-level smoke still remains and is expected to remain through the week
Concentrations of fine particulate matter of of the southern half of B.C. have skyrocketed
Wildfire smoke from the U.S. has led to very poor air quality in B.C.
Wildfire smoke from the U.S. has led to very poor air quality for much of B.C.
Smoke comes from hundreds of wildfires burning in Washington state, Oregon and California
Environment Canada says children, the elderly and pregnant women should avoid spending too much time outdoors
Exposure is a big concern for people with underlying conditions like lung and heart conditions
When people torch pallets they create air and water pollution and increase wildfire risks