Forest Fire being fought - Supplied Photo
Environment Canada has issued a special air quality statement for the Fort Frances and Kenora areas.
The notice was put into effect around 6:15 a.m. on Sunday morning.
Smoke from wildfires burning along the Manitoba-Ontario border is expected to cause poor air quality and reduced visibility.
The smoke is expected to drift further west and out of the region by Monday morning.
As smoke levels increase, health risks increase as well.
Environment Canada is advising that you limit time outdoors.
You may experience mild and common symptoms such as eye, nose and throat irritation, headaches or a mild cough.
The statement is in effect for: Fort Frances, Emo, Rainy River, Kenora, Grass Narrows, and Wabaseemoong Independent Nations.
