WOCN21 CWHX 151549 Special air quality statement for Nova Scotia issued jointly by Environment Canada and the Nova Scotia Department of Health and Wellness at 12:49 PM ADT Saturday 15 June 2013. --------------------------------------------------------------------- Special air quality statement for: =new= Mainland Nova Scotia. Smoke plumes from forest fires over Quebec are being carried Over Nova Scotia this afternoon. --------------------------------------------------------------------- ==discussion== Forest fires over Quebec are producing significant smoke plumes that are being carried southeastward by mid and low-level atmospheric flow. Satellite pictures and surface observations show a smoke plume extending from Gaspé bay peninsula through Central New Brunswick. The smoke may descend close to the ground for several hours. Winds are expected to become more westerly later this afternoon and push the smoke over Nova Scotia. People with heart or lung conditions are reminded that they may notice health effects during this statement period. They should monitor the AQHI regularly and follow the health messages recommended by the AQHI. Please visit WWW.AIRHEALTH.CA for more information. End
Saturday, June 15, 2013
Special air quality statement
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