Smoke Causing Poor Air Quality And Reducing Visibility

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High levels of air pollution due to smoke from ongoing forest fires are possible.

Smoke from active forest fires in northwestern Ontario has moved over southern Ontario. Elevated particulate matter levels and hazy conditions have been reported at several stations. Reduced visibilities and deteriorating air quality are possible if the smoke descends to ground level.

City of Toronto,
York – Durham,
Barrie – Orillia – Midland,
South River – Burk’s Falls,
Western Algonquin Park – Lake of Two Rivers,
Parry Sound – Muskoka,
Haliburton,
Fenelon Falls – Balsam Lake Park – Northern Kawartha Lakes,
Lindsay – Southern Kawartha Lakes,
City of Hamilton,
Bruce Peninsula – Sauble Beach – Tobermory,
Owen Sound – Blue Mountains – Northern Grey County,
Dufferin – Innisfil,
Halton – Peel,

Environment Canada say conditions are expected to improve Tuesday with the passage of a cold front.

If you or those in your care are exposed to wildfire smoke, consider taking extra precautions to reduce your exposure. Wildfire smoke is a constantly-changing mixture of particles and gases which includes many chemicals that can be harmful to your health.

1 COMMENT

  1. Tried to take a picture of the deep red setting sun over Lake Muskoka Monday.
    The infrared light was so low on the wavelength that none of our phones, I-pads or digital camera would register the image. Only showed a faint yellowish glow.

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