Smoke Advisory in Effect – Poor Air Quality from Prairie Wildfires
DRYDEN – WEATHER – Residents in Dryden and Vermilion Bay are under a Special Air Quality Statement this morning as smoke from forest fires in the Prairies continues to impact the region. Visibility is currently reduced to just 1.6 km due to a combination of mist and smoke. The poor air quality is expected to linger through Wednesday, especially during calm, clear morning hours.
Today brings sunshine through the haze in Dryden and Vermilion Bay — take precautions against poor air quality and plan for a brighter, clearer finish to the week.
Air Quality Health Advisory
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Possible Symptoms:
Mild: sore eyes, throat irritation, coughing, headaches
Severe: wheezing, chest pain, shortness of breath
➤ If symptoms worsen, seek medical help immediately -
High-Risk Groups Include:
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Seniors and young children
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Pregnant individuals
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People with asthma, COPD, or heart conditions
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Outdoor workers
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Health Tips:
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Avoid strenuous outdoor activity
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Close windows and use HEPA or portable air purifiers
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Wear a properly fitted N95 mask when outdoors
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Stay informed via canada.ca/wildfire-smoke and airhealth.ca
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Current Conditions (as of 5:25 AM CDT – Dryden Airport)
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Temperature: 13.6°C
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Dew Point: 13.6°C
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Humidity: 100%
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Wind: Northwest at 11 km/h
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Pressure: 102.3 kPa
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Visibility: 1.6 km (obscured by mist and smoke)
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Condition: Misty, calm, and smoke-affected
Today’s Forecast – Tuesday, July 29
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Conditions: Mainly sunny, though local smoke will persist
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Wind: Becoming northwest 20 km/h this morning
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High Temperature: 22°C
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UV Index: 8 – Very High
Tonight
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Sky: Mainly cloudy early, then clearing after midnight
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Smoke: Local smoke continues overnight
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Low: 11°C
Extended Forecast
Wednesday, July 30:
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Conditions: Sunny, with local smoke expected during the day
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High: 21°C
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UV Index: 7 – High
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Night: Clear, low of 11°C
Thursday, July 31:
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Conditions: Sunny and slightly warmer
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High: 24°C
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Night: Clear, low of 13°C
Friday, August 1:
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Conditions: Sunny
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High: 26°C
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Night: Clear, low of 14°C
Wardrobe & Health Tips
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Today-Wednesday:
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Dress in light, breathable layers
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Limit outdoor activities, especially in the morning and evening when smoke may settle
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Use sunglasses and apply sunscreen — UV remains strong even through haze
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Consider indoor alternatives for exercise or recreation
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Late Week:
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Temperatures climb into the mid-20s — great for outdoor plans once smoke clears
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Continue monitoring air quality if smoke persists
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Weather Trivia
Did You Know?
Dryden frequently experiences smoke incursions from Prairie wildfires during mid to late summer. These smoke layers often settle in the early morning hours when winds are light, before mixing out by afternoon heat — a phenomenon known as diurnal smoke trapping.
