Air quality in northern N.B. to drop Sunday evening
Environment Canada issues advisory as Prairie wildfire smoke moves toward region
Air quality is expected to drop in northern New Brunswick, according to a recent statement from Environment Canada.
Smoke from Prairie wildfires is drifting across the region.
"Although most of the smoke is expected to remain aloft, some may settle near the ground and contribute to reduced air quality," Environment Canada says.
The air quality is expected to improve early Monday.
The alert is issued for residents in the Acadian Peninsula, Bathurst and Chaleaur Region, Campbellton and Restigouche County, Edmundston and Madawaska County, Grand Falls and Victoria County, Miramichi and area, Mount Carlton-Renous Highway, Woodstock and Carleton County, Stanley-Doaktown and Blackville area.
"As smoke levels increase, health risks increase," says Environment Canada.
People who need to be outdoors are advised to wear a well-fitting medical grade respirator mask to avoid inhaling fine smoke particles.
Mild symptoms like headaches, cough, eye, throat and nose irritation are common, while those experiencing more serious symptoms are advised to seek immediate medical help.
In an event of extreme heat and compromised air quality residents are asked to keep windows and doors shut and prioritize keeping the indoors cool.
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