US EditionHazy days anticipated as fire smoke particulates head for Greater Victoria
GREATER VICTORIA, BRITISH COLUMBIA, JUL 14 – Smoke particulates from 72 active wildfires are expected to raise particulate levels up to 120 micrograms per cubic metre, with temperatures reaching 28C, officials said.
- The BC Wildfire Service reported 72 active wildfires across the province as of 2 p.m. Monday, July 14, 2025.
- The wildfires triggered forecasts of particle flow over Vancouver Island starting midnight Monday, with intensifying levels expected through Tuesday.
- Particulates are predicted to peak around 5 a.m. Tuesday and then dissipate, but higher amounts near 120 micrograms per cubic metre may occur early Wednesday on southern Vancouver Island.
- Environment Canada expects summer temperatures from Tuesday through Thursday to be 28C in Greater Victoria and up to 32C in Nanaimo and Port Alberni, a traditional hot spot.
- Despite increasing fine particulate levels, air quality is forecast to remain in the low risk category through Tuesday night as summer heat and smoky skies converge over Greater Victoria.
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