According to the National Weather Service, on Thursday, June 8, air quality levels in the outdoor air are again expected to be above an AQI value of 100 for fine particulate pollutants.
“The higher the AQI, the greater the health problem,” the weather service said.
To check air quality conditions in your area, click here to visit AirNow.gov.
More than 8 million acres have burned in what is already the worst wildfire season in Canadian history.
When pollution levels are elevated, individuals are advised to consider limiting strenuous outdoor physical activity to reduce the risk of adverse health effects, the National Weather Service said.
People who may be particularly sensitive to the effects of elevated levels of pollutants include the very young, as well as those who already have respiratory conditions such as asthma or heart disease.
It will be dry for most of the day on Thursday, with haze and smoke prevailing and temperatures in the mid-70s. Rain showers are possible in the afternoon and early evening.
Friday, June 9 afternoon with a chance of showers and thunderstorms, mostly cloudy with warmer temperatures in the mid-60s.
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