Smoke from forest fires north of Hudson Bay is continuing to create reduced visibilities and poor air quality for communities in the Rural Municipality (RM) of Hudson Bay and so a new special air quality advisory has been issued by Environment Canada.
The advisory applies to the RM of Hudson Bay including Shoal Lake, Red Earth Reserves, town of Hudson Bay and Reserve and RM of Porcupine including Porcupine Plain and Weekes. Elevated pollution levels are expected or occurring.
Individuals may experience symptoms such as increased coughing, throat irritation, headaches or shortness of breath. Children, seniors, and those with cardiovascular or lung disease, such as asthma, are especially at risk.
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