Here's something unusual.
Environment Canada has issued a smog warning for the Témiscaming area of Quebec., about a 40-minute drive northeast of North Bay.
It says atmospheric conditions could result in a deterioration in air quality as the level of pollutants will become high this evening and will persist until midday Wednesday.
Smog especially affects asthmatic children and people with respiratory ailments or heart disease. It is therefore recommended that these people avoid intense physical activity outdoors until the smog warning is lifted.
In Quebec, wood heating is the main source of fine particles that contribute to smog during winter. This activity generates the largest number of these particulates, more than industrial activities and transportation.
"We can all help improve air quality by doing simple things, such as limiting the use of fireplaces and wood-burning stoves, opting to use public transit, reducing our driving speed and not letting our car engines idle unnecessarily," says Environment Canada.
To learn more about the Info-Smog program, go to Environment Canada’s website at www.ec.gc.ca/info-smog.
