Environment Canada has issued an air quality statement for five communities in Yukon due to smoke from wildfires.
The agency says smoke is reducing visibility and people may experience increased coughing, throat irritation, headaches or shortness of breath.Environment Canada says that wearing a mask is generally not the best way to protect against pollutants and may lead to a false sense of security, potentially encouraging residents to increase their physical activity and time spent outdoors.
It also advises checking local weather forecasts and alerts so people know when to take extra care from wildfire smoke, which includes many potentially harmful chemicals.
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