Smoky skies from wildfires burning in the U.S. and the B.C. mainland continued on Vancouver Island Sunday, but relief was on the way.
issued by the provincial government indicates that southeastern Vancouver Island was expected to see "variable smoke conditions" Sunday, with clearing expected by evening.
Officials advised residents to stay indoors, stay hydrated, avoid exerting themselves outdoors and monitor themselves for symptoms of the adverse effects of poor air quality. "People with pre-existing health conditions, respiratory infections such as COVID-19, older adults, pregnant women and infants, children, and sensitive individuals are more likely to experience health effects from smoke exposure."
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