Smoke is causing or expected to cause poor air quality and reduced visibility. Where: Fort Nelson, B.C. North Peace River, Williston, Prince George, Stuart - Nechako, Bulkley Valley, Lakes District, Cariboo, North Coast - Inland including Terrace and Kitimat. Remarks: The above mentioned regions of BC are being impacted or are likely to be impacted by wildfire smoke over the next 24-48 hours. Smoke may be visible across the northeast and central regions of the province. During a wildfire, smoke conditions can change quickly over short distances and can vary considerably hour-by-hour. Monitor the situation for any wildfires near your area at EmergencyInfoBC (https://www.emergencyinfobc.gov.bc.ca/). Follow all emergency announcements relevant to your location. The next update will be available on June 23, 2025 and made available on the Province?s Air Quality Warnings webpage (https://aqwarnings.gov.bc.ca/). ### As smoke levels increase, health risks increase. Limit time outdoors. Consider reducing or rescheduling outdoor sports, activities and events. People more likely to be impacted by outdoor air pollution, including people aged 65 and older, pregnant people, infants and young children, people with an existing illness or chronic health condition, and people who work outdoors, should reduce or reschedule strenuous activities outdoors and seek medical attention if experiencing symptoms. For more information on current air quality, visit https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/environment/air-land-water/air. Visit http://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. Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada.
