Smoke from a wildfire may be reducing local air quality. Locations: Kings County and northern Cumberland county. Short range wind forecast: Winds southwest 30 gusting to 50 km/h diminishing to southerly 20 km/h late this evening. Remarks: Smoke from a wildfire near Long Lake in Annapolis County is reducing air quality in the area and locations downwind. Local smoke concentrations will vary with small changes to wind speed or direction. People more likely to be impacted by wildfire smoke, 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 avoid strenuous activities outdoors and seek medical attention if experiencing symptoms. An AQHI warning is in effect for Annapolis county. ### As smoke levels increase, health risks increase. Limit time outdoors. Consider reducing or rescheduling outdoor sports, activities and events. You may experience mild and common symptoms such as eye, nose and throat irritation, headaches or a mild cough. More serious but less common symptoms include wheezing, chest pains or severe cough. If you think you are having a medical emergency, seek immediate medical assistance. 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.
