Toronto’s Air Quality to Be Impacted by Wildfire Smoke Today, Environment Canada Warns
- Environment Canada has alerted Toronto and much of southern Ontario about deteriorating air quality due to wildfire smoke expected to affect the region today and into Friday morning.
- The statement comes after wildfires in Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta generated smoke that moved southward, leading to degraded air conditions and lowered visibility in Ontario.
- Authorities warned that exposure to smoke may lead to gentle discomforts such as irritation of the eyes, nose, and throat, headaches, or a slight cough, with seniors, young children, pregnant individuals, and those with health conditions being especially vulnerable.
- Toronto’s air quality index reached 7 out of 10 on Friday morning, classified as high risk, and residents are advised to limit outdoor activities and seek medical attention if symptoms worsen.
- The smoke may persist for several days, suggesting continued health precautions while weather forecasts predict mixed sun, cloud, and cooler temperatures into the weekend.
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Environment Canada warns of poor air quality in Toronto due to wildfire smoke - NOW Toronto
A special air quality statement is currently in effect for the City of Toronto as wildfire smoke drifts into the region, prompting public health concerns over poor air quality and reduced visibility.


Special air quality statement includes parts of Huron County
HURON – Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued a special air quality statement as smoke from wildfires in the west begins clouding the Huron County area.
Air Quality continues to be affected by Wildfire Smoke – Wawa-news.com
Forest Fire Smoke continues to cover the region causing poor air quality and reduced visibility (affected areas are shown in grey in the screenshot to the right). Environment Canada warns that as smoke levels increase, health risks increase. Limit time outdoors. Consider reducing or rescheduling outdoor sports, activities and events. You may experience mild and ...
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