Environment Canada issues smog warning for Montreal... again

Jan 16 2018, 10:11 pm

Another smog warning has been issued for Montreal.

According to Environment Canada, “atmospheric conditions could result in a deterioration in air quality.Level of pollutants will become high this evening and will persist until midday Wednesday.”

The warning is in effect for the following regions:

  • Châteauguay – La Prairie area
  • Laval area
  • Longueuil – Varennes area
  • Montréal Island area

“Smog especially affects asthmatic children and people with respiratory ailments or heart disease. It is therefore recommended that these individuals avoid intense physical activity outdoors until the smog warning is lifted,” said Environment Canada in a statement.

The weather agency suggests limiting the use of fireplaces and wood-burning stoves, opting to use public transit, reducing driving speed and not letting car engines idle unnecessarily, in order to reduce smog.

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