There are 160 active wildfires in Saskatchewan as of Sunday morning, according to the Saskatchewan Public Agency's (SPA) website, almost all of which are north of Prince Albert, Sask. Nearly all of the province continues to be under a heat warning or air quality advisory as well — with some places in the southwest under both. "There's nothing more important than the ability to breathe," she told CBC Radio's The Morning Edition on Friday. She said people who are under an air quality advisory should limit the amount of time they spend outdoors, especially children, older adults, pregnant women and people with pre-existing conditions like asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease — often called COPD. Kuan said it's also important to ensure air conditioners — whether in a home or vehicle — are cycling indoor air instead of bringing outdoor air inside.

Source: CBC News July 18, 2021 17:48 UTC