Residents in St. Albert have once again been covered in a blanket of smoke.
On Friday morning Environment and Climate Change Canada issued an air quality advisory due to wildfire smoke rolling into town.
The smoke is causing poor air quality and reduced visibility.
Wildfire smoke can be harmful to everyone’s health even at low concentrations, said Environment Canada.
Continue to take action to protect your health and reduce exposure to 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.
Stop outdoor activities and contact your health care provider if you or someone in your care experiences shortness of breath, wheezing (including asthma attacks), severe cough, dizziness or chest pains. Stay inside if you are feeling unwell and experiencing symptoms.
Environment Canada warns to be aware of your mental health. It is normal to feel anxious or isolated during a smoke event. If you experience any feelings of stress, anxiety, or depression, contact your mental health care provider for advice or visit https://www.wellnesstogether.ca/en-CA. For more information please visit Alberta Health Services at www.albertahealthservices.ca/news/air.aspx. Visit 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. Issued by Environment Canada, Alberta Environment and Parks, Alberta Health and Alberta Health Services
