Smog

[nanop44]

The province issued an air quality warning on Thursday, advising Albertans to take precautions against potential health risks as a result of deteriorating air quality across the province.

The drop in air quality is as a result smoke in the air drifting from forest fires in B.C.

Smoke and particulate matter can be absorbed into the lungs, and aggravate existing health conditions. People with respiratory or heart conditions are the most at risk from poor air quality.

“I strongly advise people with asthma, bronchitis or emphysema to remain indoors, keep their windows closed and take any preventative measures their physicians have previously recommended," said Dr. André Corriveau, Alberta’s Chief Medical Officer of Health in a news release. "Healthy people should also avoid strenuous physical activity outdoors while the local air quality is bad. Anyone who experiences difficulty breathing should consult their physician.”

Residents can contact Health Link Alberta 24-hours a day and speak to a registered nurse by calling 1-866-408-LINK (5465).

The Edmonton Humane Society is also advising pet owners to keep their animals indoors.

The conditions were so bad in the city of Edmonton on Thursday morning that 911 received several calls from residents who believed their homes were on fire.

The hazy conditions are expected to last until Sunday.

Source: http://www.globaltvcalgary.com/fores...412/story.html
No wonder my asthma's been acting up today

[PhoenixRider]

Well that sucks.
I'll be staying inside today.

[kaglover1]

Wow nanop44 i had never figured out that you were Canadian and you too phoenix. Welcome to the club!

[xMurtaghx]

Yeah actually all last week New Jersey had a Air Quality Alert Warning. >.<

[Falkner]

Hope it wasn't from the damn russians.

[werryt]

I envy you. Your blog is much better in content and design than mine. Who did the design for you?

[poxos]

Hi there! Do you have any suggestions on some good and trusted asthma medications online which can help with asthma in such situations? I would appreciate any input on it, thank you so much for your help, looking forward for replies!