Fine particulate matter in the air has prompted the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy in collaboration with Northern Health to issue an air quality advisory for Prince George.
This advisory remains in effect until further notice.
Infants, the elderly and those who have diabetes, and lung or heart disease, are most susceptible to exposure to fine particulate matter. People who have chronic underlying medical conditions should postpone strenuous exercise until the advisory is lifted.
If anyone experiences symptoms like ongoing eye or throat irritation, chest discomfort, shortness of breath, cough or wheezing, follow the advice of a health care provider.
Staying indoors helps to reduce exposure to fine particulate matter.
During air quality advisories the City of Prince George's Clean Air Bylaw prohibits the use of wood-burning appliances, except for sole wood-burning heat users.
Industry is asked to reduce emissions wherever possible during the air quality advisory.
Real-time air quality observations and information regarding the health effects of air pollution can be found at www.bcairquality.ca.
