Canadian wildfire smoke impacts Southern Tier air quality
Doctors are recommending that people stay aware of the effects of unhealthy air conditions in the area.
'Smoke has started to move in because of the Canadian wildfires, and what we have been seeing these days with lots of sunshine and dry conditions, which makes it a lot easier for that smoke to move into our region,' said Alivia Colón, 18 Storm team meteorologist
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There are several ways to determine if air quality is affecting an individual. The impact can occur over time.
'You may hear increased wheezing, moving around becomes a lot more challenging, such as climbing stairs or hills, you may also have other signs of irritation, such as cough, throat irritation, and other allergy-type symptoms,' said Bradley DeWitt, Centralus Health Physician Assistant.
Air quality affects everyone, even if it doesn't seem to do so. According to the Department of Ecology, State of Washington, exposure to smoke in the air can make existing heart and lung conditions worse.
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'Smoke is smoke, it's not great for anybody's lungs, so I think when the air quality alert is issued, I think in general you should limit your time spent outside,' said Colón.
It is especially important for older individuals and people with pre-existing health conditions are more susceptible to stay up to date on air quality.
For more information on the air quality in your area, visit AirNow.gov.
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