On Wednesday morning, both Edmonton & Calgary’s air quality index rating was 10+, or very high risk.
Dr. Laura McDougall, senior medical officer of health with Alberta Health Services, said symptoms from the smoke may include general fatigue, throat or eye irritation, coughing, wheezing, headaches, or shortness of breath. It is also more likely to “negatively impact individuals with respiratory conditions, such as COPD or asthma, and individuals with cardiovascular conditions such as angina or previous heart attack,” she said.
There are 92 active wildfires in the province as of Wednesday afternoon and 28 are out of control.
Another 61 firefighters arrived Tuesday from Ontario, with 21 more from New Brunswick arriving on Wednesday.
AHS is offering resources for those who have been impacted by the wildfires.
By texting ‘wildfire’ to 88111, individuals can receive text messages with information on topics including air quality, how to report a wildfire, resources for planning ahead, mental health supports, and the effects of wildfire smoke on health.
A toll-free Indigenous support line, available in the North and South Zones, is available by calling 1-844-944-4744. The support line is staffed by Indigenous Health Link staff and available on weekdays from noon to 8 p.m.












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