Special Air Quality Statement in Effect
Smoke from wildfires across the Prairies has reached Marten Falls, Fort Hope, and Neskantaga, prompting a Special Air Quality Statement from Environment Canada. The region is experiencing reduced visibility and poor air quality, which may linger into Wednesday for some areas.
While today’s weather brings a mix of sun and cloud with comfortable temperatures, lingering wildfire smoke remains a health risk — especially for vulnerable populations.
Air Quality Health Risks & Safety
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Who Is Most at Risk?
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Infants and young children
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Seniors
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People with chronic respiratory or cardiac conditions
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Pregnant individuals
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Outdoor workers
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Common Symptoms:
Eye, nose, and throat irritation, coughing, mild headaches
➤ Severe symptoms may include chest pain, wheezing, or shortness of breath. Seek medical help if symptoms escalate. -
Precautionary Tips:
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Limit outdoor activity, especially for at-risk individuals
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Keep windows and doors closed to preserve indoor air quality
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Use air purifiers or HVAC filters if available
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Wear an N95 mask if you must be outside
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Stay informed: canada.ca/wildfire-smoke | airhealth.ca
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Current Conditions (as of 5:41 AM EDT – Lansdowne House Airport)
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Temperature: 12°C (approximate at time of statement)
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Wind: Northwest 20 km/h, gusting to 40 km/h
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Humidity: Near 100% early morning
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Visibility: Significantly reduced in areas of dense smoke
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Air Quality: Poor due to wildfire smoke
Tuesday, July 29 Forecast
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Sky: A mix of sun and cloud with hazy skies from smoke
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Wind: Northwest 20 km/h gusting to 40
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High Temperature: 21°C
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UV Index: 5 – Moderate
Tonight
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Conditions: Mainly cloudy, smoke persists
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Wind: Northwest 20 km/h, becoming light overnight
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Low: 10°C
Extended Forecast
Wednesday, July 30
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Conditions: A mix of sun and cloud, with 30% chance of afternoon showers
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Wind: Northwest 20 km/h by late afternoon
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High: 20°C
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UV Index: 6 – High
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Night: Clear, low of 9°C
Thursday, July 31
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Day: Sunny and dry
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High: 23°C
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Night: Clear, low of 11°C
Friday, August 1
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Day: Sunny, warming into the mid-20s
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High: 25°C
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Night: Clear, low of 13°C
Wardrobe & Activity Tips
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Today–Wednesday:
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Light layers for cool mornings and mild afternoons
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Sunglasses and light face coverings can help with eye and lung irritation
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Outdoor activities should be postponed where possible due to smoke
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Later in the week:
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Conditions improve for outdoor recreation as smoke thins and temperatures rise
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Continue monitoring air quality if winds shift
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Weather Trivia
Did You Know?
Communities like Fort Hope and Marten Falls often experience smoke channeling along rivers and low terrain, where cooler overnight air traps smoke in valleys — sometimes keeping haze locked in until mid-afternoon.
