Smoke from forest fires is affecting the air quality in much of northwestern Ontario.
The Kenora, Sioux Narrows, and Nestor Falls areas in particular are being especially affected.
Environment Canada has put these areas under an Air Quality Warning.
According to the forecaster, smoke is expected to cause poor air quality and reduced visibility.
The smoke is expected to remain in the area for up to the next several days.
During heavy smoke conditions, everyone’s health is at risk regardless of their age or health status.
Special Air Quality Statements have also been put in place in the following areas:
- Thunder Bay
- Dryden
- Fort Frances
- Atikokan
- Rainy River
- Vermilion Bay
- Ignace
- Sioux Lookout
- Emo
- Nipigon
“Wildfire smoke remains over much of northern Ontario,” said Environment Canada in the statement. “While conditions have improved near the Minnesota border, smoke is expected to spread south over the area again today (Thursday) and tonight. As smoke levels increase, health risks increase.”
The air quality can potentially cause you to experience mild symptoms such as eye, nose and throat irritation, headaches or a mild cough.
