A cold front drifting through the province could bring excess amounts of smoke to the area, reducing both air quality and visibility.
Wildfires in Northern Saskatchewan will be billowing smoke that will cover much of Western Manitoba, and the thick of it is expected to reach as far as the Red River Valley by noon tomorrow.
Wildfire smoke can be harmful to everyone’s health even at low concentrations, and it's recommended that everyone take the appropriate measure to reduce their exposure.
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.
Checking air quality forecasts, and preparing to be outside with masks that offer the proper filtration is recommended.
If you are concerned about your health in this time of increased wildfire smoke, refer to the Air Quality Health Index for more information.
