A Dust Advisory has been issued for Prince George due to higher concentrations of fine particulate matter in the air.
According to Northern Health and the Ministry of Climate Change, exposure is of concern for anyone with asthma, heart disease, diabetes, and respiratory infections.
Anyone with underlying medical conditions should postpone or reduce strenuous exercise until the advisory is lifted.
The city’s Clean Air Bylaw prohibits all open burning, recreational fires, use of wood-burning appliances, and street sweeping activities.