Environment Canada has issued another Smoky Skies Bulletin July 20 for the Cranbrook and Kimberley areas, thanks to heavy localized smoke from the 850 hectares St. Mary River wildfire in ʔaq’am.

The area is being impacted or are likely to be impacted by wildfire smoke over the next 24-48 hours.

Wildfire smoke can be harmful to everyone’s health even at low concentrations. Everyone can take action to reduce their exposure to wildfire smoke.

People with lung disease (such as asthma) or heart disease, older adults, children, pregnant people, and people who work outdoors are at higher risk of experiencing health effects caused by wildfire smoke. Speak with your health care provider about developing a management plan for wildfire smoke events and maintaining a supply of necessary medications at home and always carrying these medications with you during wildfire season.

Take a break from the smoke at a location in your community where you can find clean, cool air.

Lead image: Mount Baker is obscured by wildfire smoke this afternoon (July 20). Inset above, Mount Baker as seen from the same vantage point on a clear day. Ian Cobb/e-KNOW photos

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