US EditionAir quality alerts issued for much of Central Canada, Manitoba amid wildfire smoke
ONTARIO, CANADA, JUL 13 – Smoke from wildfires in northern Ontario and nearby provinces is causing sustained poor air quality, with Air Quality Health Index values reaching high risk in some areas, Environment Canada said.
- On July 14, 2025, The Canadian Press reported widespread wildfire smoke impacting air quality across Canada, especially in British Columbia and Central Canada.
- The report noted that the 2023 wildfire season was Canada's worst, burning over 17 million hectares and displacing tens of thousands, with an early intense 2025 wildfire season worsening conditions.
- Survey data from early July showed seven in 10 British Columbians took action to reduce wildfire risk, such as addressing hazards, changing travel plans, or buying air purifiers.
- Environment Canada advised residents to limit outdoor time, close windows and doors, use NIOSH-certified N95 masks, and prioritize indoor air protection to reduce smoke exposure risks.
- The situation highlights wildfire preparedness as essential for health, especially for vulnerable groups, and suggests ongoing air quality risks require continued caution and monitoring.
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