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Outdoor air quality
Outdoor air pollutants can reach levels that may adversely affect our health and the health of the environment. Pollution is generated from various sources, including emissions from cars, industry, burning of wood and other fuel types for energy and agricultural activities, forest fires and more.
Wildfire smoke
Wildfire smoke is a complex mixture of different air pollutants. It causes episodes of the worst air quality that most people will ever experience in British Columbia.
Learn more about wildfire smokeAir quality advisories
Air quality advisories are issued when:
- Pollution approaches or exceeds limits
- Poor air quality is expected to continue or worsen
Air quality advisories are posted on the following websites:
Health tips during an air quality advisory
- Exposure is particularly a concern for infants, the elderly and those who have underlying medical conditions such as diabetes and lung or heart disease. It’s important for these vulnerable people to stay in air-conditioned spaces or facilities with cooler filtered air, like an arena or public library.
- Mild respiratory symptoms include a sore throat and shortness of breath. Anyone experiencing difficulty breathing, chest pain or discomfort, or a sudden cough or irritated airways should contact their health care provider.
- Use common sense regarding outdoor physical activity – if your breathing becomes difficult or uncomfortable, stop or reduce the activity.
- Reduce indoor pollution sources such as smoking or burning other materials.
Air quality resources
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Air Quality Health Index - BC Summary
Current Air Quality Health Index values and forecast maximums - Government of Canada
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Current Air Quality Health Index
What's the weather like today across BC? - BC Gov
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Air Quality - BC Gov
Learn how emissions affect air quality, how B.C. measures air quality, and how we can make healthy air choices. - BC Gov
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Air quality and health
Learn about air contaminants and the health effects of poor air quality - Health Canada
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