Thick wildfire smoke is on the move and impacting parts of B.C. and Alberta
Thick wildfire smoke to bring poor air quality to B.C. and Alberta through week's end
Thick wildfire smoke is spreading across portions of British Columbia and Alberta, leading to deteriorating air quality as the week progresses. Air quality warnings are in place, and residents are advised to monitor conditions closely.
The Brunswick Creek wildfire in B.C., burning out of control near Canyon Alpine west of Highway 1, has grown to over 1,800 hectares. The suspected human-caused fire has prompted several evacuation orders and alerts.
This fire is producing dense smoke that is being carried by winds into the southern Interior, including the Okanagan, Revelstoke, and Cariboo regions.
Afternoon wind gusts up to 40 km/h are expected to keep this smoke in circulation throughout the week.
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As the smoke spreads further north and east, regions such as Golden, Invermere, and Nelson in B.C., as well as Calgary and areas south in Alberta, will also see significant impacts to air quality by Thursday and Friday.
Rainfall remains insufficient to aid firefighting efforts, with only 5-10 mm possible on Friday. Longer-term forecasts suggest a dry and warm pattern for southern B.C., raising fire danger into next week.
Stay updated on air quality advisories and follow local guidance for outdoor activity.