Bill Hunter Arena (formerly Jasper Place), AB

Wildfire smoke coming from northeastern British Columbia is causing a widespread area of very poor air quality and reduced visibility.

Over a few parts northeastern Alberta conditions have improved temporarily. Smoke is expected to return on Sunday.

Conditions should begin to improve Sunday night for much of the province. Over northwestern Alberta conditions are likely to remain poor through Monday or possibly Tuesday.

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Wildfire smoke can be harmful to everyone’s health even at low concentrations. Everyone can take action to reduce their exposure to wildfire smoke.

People with lung disease (such as asthma) or heart disease, older adults, children, pregnant people, and people who work outdoors are at higher risk of experiencing health effects caused by wildfire smoke. Speak with your health care provider about developing a management plan for wildfire smoke events and maintaining a supply of necessary medications at home and always carrying these medications with you during wildfire season.

For more information please visit Alberta Health Services at https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/news/air.aspx.

Visit http://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.