
The weather agency also stated that the smoke from wildfires in forests and grasslands can be a major source of air pollution for people in Canada. An advisory has also been issued for much of central Ontario, including Barrie, Orillia, Midland, Gravenhurst, and Huntsville, according to CTV News
“During heavy smoke conditions, everyone’s health is at risk regardless of their age or health status. Limit time outdoors. Reschedule or cancel outdoor sports, activities, and events,” Environment Canada said, as quoted by Global News
According to Environment Canada, the heat wave is expected to continue until Thursday. “A shift in the weather pattern late this week will likely end this multi-day period of heat and humidity Thursday night,” the alert read, according to Global News.
As the wildfire smoke hampers air quality, residents are urged to take precautions. All citizens, especially seniors, children, pregnant women, outdoor workers, and those with chronic health conditions, like asthma or heart disease, are the most vulnerable and are asked to remain extra cautious, CTV News.
The national weather agency has warned that people may notice mild symptoms such as irritated eyes, sore throats, headaches, or coughs. If things turn severe, people may also face difficulty in breathing or chest pain. In such a condition, they have been advised to seek medication.
"When indoors, keep windows and doors closed as much as possible. When there is an extreme heat event occurring with poor air quality, prioritize keeping cool," Environment Canada’s air quality statement reads. People have also been urged to consider cancelling or rescheduling outdoor events due to the air quality on Monday.