Smoke from wildfires reduces air quality on the Bruce Peninsula as seen at Stokes Bay. (Photo courtesy of Deb Witherspoon-Stockmann. August 1st, 2018)Smoke from wildfires reduces air quality on the Bruce Peninsula as seen at Stokes Bay. (Photo courtesy of Deb Witherspoon-Stockmann. August 1st, 2018)
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UPDATE: Special air qualilty statement ended

Environment Canada issued a special air quality statement on Thursday, July 31 because of smoke from wildfires on the prairies moving through areas including Windsor-Essex, Chatham-Kent, and Sarnia-Lambton.

The air quality in the region improved later in the day and was lifted just after 2 a.m. on Friday.

Wildfire smoke exposure can cause symptoms such as eye, nose and throat irritation, headaches or a mild cough. More serious symptoms are wheezing, chest pain or severe cough.

Environment Canada recommends limiting your time outside.

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