Air quality warning issued for Red Deer and central Alberta

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Environment and Climate Change Canada reports that citizens 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.

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“If you think you are having a medical emergency, seek immediate medical assistance. 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 reduce or reschedule strenuous activities outdoors and seek medical attention if experiencing symptoms.”

They recommend that, when indoors to keep windows and doors closed as much as possible.

Citizens can also protect their indoor air from wildfire smoke by using a high-quality air filter or a certified portable air cleaner that can filter fine particles.

“If you must spend time outdoors, a well-constructed, well-fitting and properly worn respirator-type mask can reduce your exposure to the fine particles in the smoke,” they added. “Even though exposure may be reduced, there can still be risks to health.”