Health experts urge caution as wildfire smoke blankets Prince Albert

Wildfire burning south of Prince Albert

A wildfire burning south of Prince Albert near MacDowall has prompted an ongoing response from Saskatchewan wildfire crews and emergency officials. According to the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency, the fire was reported in the Nisbet Forest area between MacDowall and Duck Lake, with smoke visible from Highway 11 and nearby rural communities. Local authorities have warned residents to remain alert for possible evacuation notices as changing win…

Health experts urge caution as wildfire smoke blankets Prince Albert

Wildfire smoke drifting into Prince Albert on Thursday served as an early reminder of the health risks Saskatchewan residents may face this fire season. Yellow skies and the smell of smoke prompted questions from residents throughout the day, with local fire departments explaining the haze was coming from the Lobstick wildfire burning between Duck Lake and MacDowall. A screenshot of the smoke forecast over Prince Albert recorded by firesmoke.ca…