Environment Canada has issued a special air quality statement for Fraser Canyon – north including Lillooet, and for Fraser Canyon – south including Lytton.
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The bulletin was issued today.
These following regions are also being impacted or are likely to be impacted by wildfire smoke over the next 24-48 hours.
100 Mile includes Hwy 97 from 108 Mile House to Clinton, Bridge Lake and Canim Lake.
Fraser Canyon (North) includes Lillooet and Andersen Lake.
Fraser Canyon (South) Trans Canada Highway 1 from Lytton to Choate.
If you or those in your care are exposed to wildfire smoke, consider taking extra precautions to reduce your exposure. Wildfire smoke is a constantly-changing mixture of particles and gases which includes many chemicals that can harm your health.
Ongoing smoke impacts are also expected due to wildfire activity near Lytton.
Visit www.airhealth.ca for information on how to reduce your health risk and your personal contribution to pollution levels, as well as for current and forecast AQHI values.
The next bulletin update will be available tomorrow, July 16, 2022.
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