yellow warning - air quality - in effect, Canada

The Ministry of Environment and Parks in collaboration with the Northern Health Authority has issued an Air Quality Warning for Valemount due to elevated fine particulate matter.

Exposure to fine particulate matter is particularly a concern for infants, older adults, individuals with chronic conditions (such as asthma, COPD, heart disease, and diabetes) or respiratory infections, and those who are pregnant.

Postpone or reduce strenuous outdoor activities until the warning has ended. Spend time indoors in a space with filtered air. Monitor your symptoms and seek prompt medical attention if needed.

Open burning restrictions are now in effect within 25 km radius of the Valemount Village Office. No new fires may be initiated, and no additional material may be added to existing fires. For more information on burning restrictions, refer to the Mandatory Emission Reduction Actions section below.

Current conditions are expected to persist until weather conditions change and/or local emissions are reduced.

The next update will be on October 31, 2026 and posted to the province’s Air Quality Warnings webpage:
http://aqwarnings.gov.bc.ca

Visit the provincial air quality data webpage for real-time observations:
https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/environment/air-land-water/air/air-quality

Actions you can take:

Exposure to poor air quality can affect your health. Reduce the duration and intensity of outdoor activities. Spend time indoors in a space with filtered air.

Some people are more likely to be negatively impacted by outdoor air pollution. This includes people with lung and heart conditions, pregnant individuals, infants and young children, people aged 65 and older, and anyone whose health is affected by a chronic condition or an acute illness.

Follow your common sense:

Stop or reduce your activity level if breathing becomes uncomfortable or you feel unwell.

Always carry any rescue medications with you.

Make sure that children and others who cannot care for them