Advisory issued for smoky conditions
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The province published advice for the public to navigate smoky air as several wildfires burn out-of-control in northern Manitoba and send smoke into Brandon.
A list of actions are included in a release made by the province on Friday afternoon, detailing that residents should check weather conditions regularly and learn more about protecting themselves in worsened air quality.
Steps to reduce damage from heavy smoke include: limiting outdoor activity, planning to be outside when it is less smoky, staying indoors with windows and doors closed, drinking plenty of water, and setting air-conditioning units to recirculate air to avoid drawing smoke indoors, the province wrote.
In its notice, the Province of Manitoba added that exposure to smoke can cause sore eyes, tears, coughs and a runny nose, and can also worsen heart and lung conditions such as asthma. Heavier smoke or long-term exposure may cause longer-lasting or more serious health concerns.
The highest risk applies to infants and children, pregnant women, the elderly, people with chronic conditions and people who spend a lot of time outdoors exerting themselves, the province wrote on Friday. These people should take precautions when smoke conditions are light to moderate, the province wrote. People who are considered healthy should take precautions when smoke conditions are heavy.
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