Edmonton is currently under a special air quality statement. The Air Quality Health Index could reach Level 7 in the next 24 hours.
The City of Edmonton activated its extreme weather response Thursday due to poor air quality conditions.Two thresholds for activating the response are the presence of an Environment Canada Special Air Quality Statement and a score of 7 or higher for two consecutive days on the Air Quality Health Index.was at a Level 3 , however, over the next 24 hours, it could rise to a Level 7 .
“A lot of years when you have larger wildfire complexes, they can burn well into the fall and even the winter months.”The city’s response is meant to ensure the health and safety of all Edmontonians, particularly those who are vulnerable to extreme weather conditions.Open City of Edmonton facilities will be available for anyone who needs to escape the smoke, including recreation centres, pools and libraries.
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