Source: The Canadian Press, September 7, 2018 KAMLOOPS, B.C. — Smoke from wildfires is affecting air quality in parts of British Columbia even as fewer blazes are burning, a provincial fire official says. Kevin Skrepnek of the BC Wildfire Service said 481 fires were still active in the province on Thursday, down from 550 blazes… Continue reading B.C. wildfire smoke still concern despite fewer blazes: fire official
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Evacuation orders lifted after B.C. wildfires but officials warn of complacency
Source: Geordon Omand, The Canadian Press, September 12, 2017 CASTLEGAR, B.C. – Evacuation orders are being lifted and highways reopened as the recovery phase begins following the most destructive wildfire season in British Columbia’s recorded history. But B.C.’s agriculture minister warned that the fire season is not yet over, despite the progress being made on existing… Continue reading Evacuation orders lifted after B.C. wildfires but officials warn of complacency
Smoky air expected to stay in Sask. Tuesday
Source: CBC News, September 12, 2017 Reduced air quality in parts of the province The wildfire smoke that’s filling the Saskatchewan skyline isn’t expected to clear for awhile. Environment Canada has issued a special air quality statement for Monday night and Tuesday. The weather agency’s meteorologists are predicting poor air quality and reduced visibility due to heavy smoke.… Continue reading Smoky air expected to stay in Sask. Tuesday
Special Air Quality Alert in Effect for Kindersley and Area
Special air quality statement in effect for R.M. of Kindersley, including Kindersley Brock and Flaxcombe, R.M. of Oakdale including Coleville, R.M. of Progress including Kerrobert and Luseland, R.M. of Chesterfield including Eatonia and Mantario Expect to see hazy skies. Environment Canada has issued an air quality statement due to poor air quality and decreased visibility caused by smoke. A significant amounts… Continue reading Special Air Quality Alert in Effect for Kindersley and Area
Caution issued as smoky conditions reach southern Saskatchewan
By CBC News, September 7, 2017 Special weather statement says some may experience coughing, throat irritation, headaches Environment Canada has issued a special air quality statement for central and southeastern parts of Saskatchewan as wildfire smoke has descended on the area. The statement issued Thursday around 2:30 p.m. CST warns of elevated air pollution levels… Continue reading Caution issued as smoky conditions reach southern Saskatchewan
Calgary suffering smokiest year on record
Source: CTV News, September 8, 2017 Smokiest year in Calgary’s history Smoke has blanketed Calgary for more than 270 hours this summer, breaking the 1969 record of 268 hours, according to weather historian Rolf Campbell. “At five o’clock (Thursday) we broke the all-time record for smokiest year ever observed at the Calgary airport,” Campbell told… Continue reading Calgary suffering smokiest year on record
Special Air Quality Statement in Effect for Kindersley and Area
Special air quality statement in effect for R.M. of Kindersley, including Kindersley Brock and Flaxcombe, R.M. of Oakdale including Coleville, R.M. of Progress including Kerrobert and Luseland, R.M. of Chesterfield including Eatonia and Mantario and R.M. of Snipe Lake including Eston and Plato Due to elevated pollution levels of smoke, Environment Canada has issued a special air quality alert. Reduced… Continue reading Special Air Quality Statement in Effect for Kindersley and Area
Sandy Bay, Sask., declares state of emergency over forest fire smoke
Source: CBC News, August 31, 2017 70 people with health risks taken to Prince Albert Heavy smoke from forest fires has forced 70 people from their homes in the northern community of Sandy Bay, Sask. The community declared a state of emergency Wednesday night. People with lung conditions, elderly people and children have been transported… Continue reading Sandy Bay, Sask., declares state of emergency over forest fire smoke
Firefighters from South Africa, U.S. to battle Fort McMurray blaze
By The Canadian Press, May 24, 2016 EDMONTON — Fire crews from around the world will be joining the fight this week against a massive wildfire burning near Fort McMurray. Senior wildlife manager Chad Morrison said up to 1,000 firefighters will be added to 1,200 already on the ground. About 200 from the United States,… Continue reading Firefighters from South Africa, U.S. to battle Fort McMurray blaze