From 4fe7cd6c0c2d5b0ce15f6bfc30114db3df637147 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Roth Date: Tue, 31 Mar 2026 16:13:08 -0700 Subject: [PATCH 1/3] testing outputs generated locally --- ...31_Cranbrook_issue_pollution_prevention.md | 240 + .../2026-03-31_Houston_continue_pm25_obr.md | 289 ++ .../warnings/2026-03-31_Smithers_end_pm10.md | 96 + .../2026-03-31_wildfire_smoke_issue.md | 281 ++ .../2026-03-31_wildfire_smoke_issue_map.html | 4079 +++++++++++++++++ 5 files changed, 4985 insertions(+) create mode 100644 frontend/warnings/2026-03-31_Cranbrook_issue_pollution_prevention.md create mode 100644 frontend/warnings/2026-03-31_Houston_continue_pm25_obr.md create mode 100644 frontend/warnings/2026-03-31_Smithers_end_pm10.md create mode 100644 frontend/warnings/2026-03-31_wildfire_smoke_issue.md create mode 100644 frontend/warnings/2026-03-31_wildfire_smoke_issue_map.html diff --git a/frontend/warnings/2026-03-31_Cranbrook_issue_pollution_prevention.md b/frontend/warnings/2026-03-31_Cranbrook_issue_pollution_prevention.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..3b3377b --- /dev/null +++ b/frontend/warnings/2026-03-31_Cranbrook_issue_pollution_prevention.md @@ -0,0 +1,240 @@ +--- +author: +- Gail Roth +authors: +- Gail Roth +burnRestrictions: 1 +date: 2026-03-31 +ice: Issue +location: Cranbrook +params: + aqMet: Sakshi Jain + burnRestrictionEndDate: 2025-09-28 + burnRestrictionEndTime: "12:00 PM" + burnRestrictions: 1 + ice: Issue + issuedate: 2025-07-20 + nearestMonitor: Prince George + nextUpdate: 2025-09-28 + outputFormat: markdown +title: Pollution Prevention Notice and open burning restrictions are in + effect within TEST +toc-title: Table of contents +type: pollution_prevention +--- + + + + + +::: {layout-ncol= 3 layout-valign="bottom"} + +![Government of British Columbia logo](/assets/logo_BCID_V_RGB_pos.png)\ + +![First Nations Health Authority logo](/assets/logo_FNHA.png)\ + +![Interior Health Authority logo](/assets/logo_IH.png)\ + +::: + +The Ministry of Environment and Parks in collaboration with the Interior +Health Authority has issued a Pollution Prevention Notice within TEST +due to elevated fine particulate matter. + +Open burning restrictions are now in effect within TEST. 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. + +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. Persons with chronic underlying medical +conditions or acute infections should postpone or reduce strenuous +exercise until the warning is ended. Anyone experiencing symptoms such +as continuing eye or throat irritation, chest discomfort, shortness of +breath, cough or wheezing, should follow the advice of their health care +provider. Staying indoors helps to reduce exposure. + +TEST + +The next update will be on April 01, 2026 and posted to the province's +[Air Quality Warnings webpage](https://www.gov.bc.ca/airquality). + +Visit the provincial [air quality data +webpage](https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/environment/air-land-water/air/air-quality) +for real-time observations. + +## Actions you can take + +As air contaminant levels increase, health risks increase. Consider +reducing or rescheduling outdoor sports, activities and events. + +People more likely to be negatively impacted by outdoor air pollution +should reduce or reschedule strenuous activities outdoors or seek +medical attention if experiencing symptoms. This includes people aged 65 +and older, pregnant individuals, infants and young children, people with +an existing illness or chronic health condition such as chronic +obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), heart disease and diabetes, and +people who work outdoors. + +{{< accordion_controls >}} +{{< accordion_start title="Follow your common sense" initiallyOpen="true" >}} + +- 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 themselves + follow the same advice. + +{{< accordion_end >}} +{{< accordion_start title="Monitor your symptoms" initiallyOpen="true" >}} + +- Different people have different responses to elevated levels of air + contaminants. +- Mild irritation and discomfort such as eye, nose and throat + irritation, headaches or a mild cough are common, and usually + disappear when the air contaminants return to typical levels. +- More serious but less common symptoms include wheezing, chest pains + or severe cough. +- People with asthma or other chronic illness should follow any + personal care plans designed with their family physicians. +- If you are unsure whether you need medical care, call HealthLink BC + at 8-1-1. +- If you are experiencing difficulty in breathing, chest pain or + discomfort, or a severe cough, contact your physician, walk-in + clinic, or emergency department. If you are having a medical + emergency, call 9-1-1. + +{{< accordion_end >}} +{{< accordion_start title="Tips to reduce your exposure to air pollution" initiallyOpen="true" >}} + +- Air contaminant levels may be lower indoors but will still be + elevated, so stay aware of your symptoms even when you are indoors. + +- When indoors, keep windows and doors closed as much as possible. + +- Protect your indoor air from outdoor air pollution. Actions can + include using a clean, good quality air filter in your ventilation + system and/or a certified portable air cleaner that can filter fine + particles. Do-it-yourself air cleaners may also be used if other + options are unavailable. For more details, see the BC Centre of + Control [fact + sheet](https://www.bccdc.ca/resource-gallery/Documents/Guidelines%20and%20Forms/Guidelines%20and%20Manuals/Health-Environment/BCCDC_WildFire_FactSheet_BoxFanAirFilters.pdf). + +- If you must spend time outdoors, a well-constructed, well-fitting + and properly worn respirator type mask (such as a NIOSH-certified + N95 or equivalent respirator) can reduce your exposure to + particulate matter. Even though exposure may be reduced, there can + still be risks to health. + +{{< accordion_end >}} + +## Emission reduction actions + +{{< accordion_start title="Mandatory actions" initiallyOpen="true" >}} - +NOTICE of DIRECTOR under s.30 Open Burning Smoke Control Regulation: + +> As pollution is occurring or is likely to occur from open burning, +> pursuant to Sections 30(1) and 30(2) of the Open Burning Smoke Control +> Regulation, the Director has prohibited open burning within TEST until +> April 01, 2026 TEST local time. No vegetative debris may be ignited or +> added to ignited piles. Contravention of these provisions may be +> subject to a fine under the Regulation. + +   Date issued: March 31, 2026`
`{=html}   Benjamin +Weinstein`
`{=html}   For Director, Environmental Management +Act`
`{=html}   Environmental Monitoring and Analysis Branch +{{< accordion_end >}} + +{{< accordion_start title="Voluntary actions" initiallyOpen="true" >}} + +- Avoid using wood stoves and fireplaces unless it is the sole heating + source. If wood burning is the sole heating source, burn dry, + seasoned wood and ensure an adequate supply of combustion air. +- Avoid backyard burning. +- Reduce vehicle use where possible and avoid idling vehicles. + +{{< accordion_end >}} + +## More information + +{{< accordion_start title="Current conditions" initiallyOpen="true" >}} + +Fine particulate matter refers to airborne solid or liquid droplets with +diameters of 2.5 micrometers (μm) or less. PM~2.5~ levels tend to be +highest around busy roads, industrial operations and neighbourhoods with +residential wood burning. PM~2.5~ can easily penetrate indoors because +of their small size. Common sources of PM~2.5~ that contribute to +episodes of poor air quality vary seasonally but can include wood smoke +(from wood stoves and/or open burning) as well as emissions from +industry and transportation sources such as automobiles, trucks and rail +traffic. + +The provincial air quality objective for PM~2.5~ is 25 micrograms per +cubic metre (μg/m^3^) averaged over 24 hours. 24-hour average PM~2.5~ +concentrations are summarized below for Cranbrook and nearest monitored +communities at 5:00 PM local time today: + +::: {.table-responsive} + + ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- + Community Cranbrook Castlegar Elkford Golden Sparwood + ------------------------- ----------- ----------- --------- -------- ---------- + 24-hr average (μg/m^3^) 3.1 4.4 3.4 5.6 4.1 + + ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- + +::: + +{{< accordion_end >}} + +**For additional information about air quality in British Columbia:** + +::: bcds-card-wrapper +{{< card_start title="Air Quality Health Index" variant="info" logo="/assets/icon_air.svg" >}} +Provincial summary of latest index and forecast. + +[What's the air like +today?](https://www.env.gov.bc.ca/epd/bcairquality/data/aqhi-table.html) +{{< card_end >}} +{{< card_start title="Provincal Air Quality Map" variant="info" logo="/assets/icon_air.svg" >}} +Provincial air quality data refreshed every hour. + +[Latest air quality +data](https://www.env.gov.bc.ca/epd/bcairquality/readings/find-stations-map.html) +{{< card_end >}} +{{< card_start title="Metro Vancouver Air Quality" variant="success" logo="/assets/icon_chart.svg" >}} +Warnings and a map of air quality and weather data. + +[Air quality data and +warnings](https://metrovancouver.org/services/air-quality-climate-action/air-quality-data-and-advisories) +{{< card_end >}} +::: + +## Contact + +**Media questions regarding this Pollution Prevention Notice:** +{{< card_start width="wide" >}} + +Gail Roth`
`{=html}Senior Air Quality +Meteorologist`
`{=html}Ministry of Environment and +Parks`
`{=html}250-645-9358 + +{{< card_end >}} + +**Media questions regarding health implications when air quality is +degraded:** {{< card_start width="wide" >}} + +Interior Health Authority`
`{=html}Media line: +1-844-469-7077`
`{=html}Email: +media@interiorhealth.ca`
`{=html} + +{{< card_end >}} diff --git a/frontend/warnings/2026-03-31_Houston_continue_pm25_obr.md b/frontend/warnings/2026-03-31_Houston_continue_pm25_obr.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..6d74fa5 --- /dev/null +++ b/frontend/warnings/2026-03-31_Houston_continue_pm25_obr.md @@ -0,0 +1,289 @@ +--- +author: +- Gail Roth +authors: +- Gail Roth +burnRestrictions: 1 +bylaw: true +date: 2026-03-31 +ice: Continue +level: orange +location: Houston +parametersAsRendered: + aqMet: Gail Roth + burnRestrictionArea: TEST + burnRestrictionEndDate: 20544 + burnRestrictionEndTime: TEST + burnRestrictions: 1 + customMessage: TEST + ice: Continue + issuedate: 20540 + location: Houston + nextUpdate: 20545 + outputFormat: markdown + pollutant: PM25 + warningLevel: orange +params: + aqMet: Sakshi Jain + burnRestrictionEndDate: 2025-09-28 + burnRestrictionEndTime: "12:00 PM" + burnRestrictions: 0 + ice: Issue + issuedate: 2025-07-20 + location: Prince George + nextUpdate: 2025-09-28 + outputFormat: markdown + pollutant: PM25 & PM10 + warningLevel: yellow +pollutant: PM25 +title: Air quality warning and open burning restrictions in effect for + Houston +toc-title: Table of contents +type: local_emissions +--- + + + + + +::: {layout-ncol= 3 layout-valign="bottom"} + +![Government of British Columbia logo](/assets/logo_BCID_V_RGB_pos.png)\ + +![First Nations Health Authority logo](/assets/logo_FNHA.png)\ + +![Northern Health Authority logo](/assets/logo_NH.png)\ + +::: + +{{< banner_alert_start title='Orange Warning - Air Quality' variant='orange'>}} +{{< banner_alert_end >}} + +The Ministry of Environment and Parks in collaboration with the Northern +Health Authority issued an Air Quality Warning for Houston on March 28, +2026. The warning remains in effect 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. Persons with chronic underlying medical +conditions or acute infections should postpone or reduce strenuous +exercise until the warning is ended. Anyone experiencing symptoms such +as continuing eye or throat irritation, chest discomfort, shortness of +breath, cough or wheezing, should follow the advice of their health care +provider. Staying indoors helps to reduce exposure. + +Open burning restrictions are now in effect within TEST. 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. + +TEST + +The next update will be on April 02, 2026 and posted to the province's +[Air Quality Warnings webpage](https://www.gov.bc.ca/airquality). + +Visit the provincial [air quality data +webpage](https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/environment/air-land-water/air/air-quality) +for real-time observations. + +## Actions you can take + +As air contaminant levels increase, health risks increase. Consider +reducing or rescheduling outdoor sports, activities and events. + +People more likely to be negatively impacted by outdoor air pollution +should reduce or reschedule strenuous activities outdoors or seek +medical attention if experiencing symptoms. This includes people aged 65 +and older, pregnant individuals, infants and young children, people with +an existing illness or chronic health condition such as chronic +obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), heart disease and diabetes, and +people who work outdoors. + +{{< accordion_controls >}} +{{< accordion_start title="Follow your common sense" initiallyOpen="true" >}} + +- 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 themselves + follow the same advice. + +{{< accordion_end >}} +{{< accordion_start title="Monitor your symptoms" initiallyOpen="true" >}} + +- Different people have different responses to elevated levels of air + contaminants. +- Mild irritation and discomfort such as eye, nose and throat + irritation, headaches or a mild cough are common, and usually + disappear when the air contaminants return to typical levels. +- More serious but less common symptoms include wheezing, chest pains + or severe cough. +- People with asthma or other chronic illness should follow any + personal care plans designed with their family physicians. +- If you are unsure whether you need medical care, call HealthLink BC + at 8-1-1. +- If you are experiencing difficulty in breathing, chest pain or + discomfort, or a severe cough, contact your physician, walk-in + clinic, or emergency department. If you are having a medical + emergency, call 9-1-1. + +{{< accordion_end >}} +{{< accordion_start title="Tips to reduce your exposure to air pollution" initiallyOpen="true" >}} + +- Air contaminant levels may be lower indoors but will still be + elevated, so stay aware of your symptoms even when you are indoors. + +- When indoors, keep windows and doors closed as much as possible. + +- Protect your indoor air from outdoor air pollution. Actions can + include using a clean, good quality air filter in your ventilation + system and/or a certified portable air cleaner that can filter fine + particles. Do-it-yourself air cleaners may also be used if other + options are unavailable. For more details, see the BC Centre of + Control [fact + sheet](https://www.bccdc.ca/resource-gallery/Documents/Guidelines%20and%20Forms/Guidelines%20and%20Manuals/Health-Environment/BCCDC_WildFire_FactSheet_BoxFanAirFilters.pdf). + +- If you must spend time outdoors, a well-constructed, well-fitting + and properly worn respirator type mask (such as a NIOSH-certified + N95 or equivalent respirator) can reduce your exposure to + particulate matter. Even though exposure may be reduced, there can + still be risks to health. + +- Avoid roads with heavy vehicle traffic and areas with wood smoke. + +{{< accordion_end >}} + +## Emission reduction actions + +{{< accordion_start title="Mandatory actions" initiallyOpen="true" >}} + +- Facilities with air discharge authorizations under the Environmental + Management Act are required to follow trigger actions within their + permit related to Air Quality Warnings and are encouraged to reduce + any other emissions where possible. + +- Houston bylaw 947 restricts the use of wood burning appliances and + open burning during air quality advisories: + +- **2.1.1**: No person shall use a wood burning appliance at any time + when an air quality advisory is in effect, except to heat premises + that are equipped with no heating appliance or facilities other than + the wood burning appliance. + +- **3.2**: No person shall conduct open burning or ignite or maintain + any recreational fire if an air quality advisory has been issued. + +- **3.3**: If an air quality advisory is issued while a person is + conducting open burning or maintaining a recreational fire, that + person shall take all reasonable steps to cease the open burning or + extinguish the recreational fire as soon as possible. + +- Contact the Houston municipal office at + [250-845-2238](tel:2508452238) for more information on woodstove and + open burning restrictions. + +- NOTICE of DIRECTOR under s.30 Open Burning Smoke Control Regulation: + +> As pollution is occurring or is likely to occur from open burning, +> pursuant to Sections 30(1) and 30(2) of the Open Burning Smoke Control +> Regulation, the Director has prohibited open burning within TEST until +> April 01, 2026 TEST local time. No vegetative debris may be ignited or +> added to ignited piles. Contravention of these provisions may be +> subject to a fine under the Regulation. + +   Date issued: March 31, 2026`
`{=html}   Benjamin +Weinstein`
`{=html}   For Director, Environmental Management +Act`
`{=html}   Environmental Monitoring and Analysis Branch + +{{< accordion_end >}} +{{< accordion_start title="Voluntary actions" initiallyOpen="true" >}} + +- Avoid using wood stoves and fireplaces unless it is the sole heating + source. If wood burning is the sole heating source, burn dry, + seasoned wood and ensure an adequate supply of combustion air. +- Reduce vehicle use where possible and avoid idling vehicles. + +{{< accordion_end >}} + +## More information + +{{< accordion_start title="Current conditions" initiallyOpen="true" >}} + +Fine particulate matter refers to airborne solid or liquid droplets with +diameters of 2.5 micrometers (μm) or less. PM~2.5~ levels tend to be +highest around busy roads, industrial operations and neighbourhoods with +residential wood burning. PM~2.5~ can easily penetrate indoors because +of their small size. Common sources of PM~2.5~ that contribute to +episodes of poor air quality vary seasonally but can includef wood smoke +(from wood stoves and/or open burning) as well as emissions from +industry and transportation sources such as automobiles, trucks and rail +traffic. + +The provincial air quality objective for PM~2.5~ is 25 micrograms per +cubic metre (μg/m^3^) averaged over 24 hours. 24-hour average PM~2.5~ +concentrations are summarized below for Houston and nearest monitored +communities at 3:00 PM local time today: + +::: {.table-responsive} + + --------------------------------------------------------------------------- + Community Houston Burns Lake Prince George Vanderhoof + ------------------------- --------- ----------- -------------- ------------ + 24-hr average (μg/m^3^) 8.3 10.4 8.5 16.9 + + --------------------------------------------------------------------------- + +::: + +{{< accordion_end >}} + +**For additional information about air quality in British Columbia:** + +::: bcds-card-wrapper +{{< card_start title="Air Quality Health Index" variant="info" logo="/assets/icon_air.svg" >}} +Provincial summary of latest index and forecast. + +[What's the air like +today?](https://www.env.gov.bc.ca/epd/bcairquality/data/aqhi-table.html) +{{< card_end >}} +{{< card_start title="Provincal Air Quality Map" variant="info" logo="/assets/icon_air.svg" >}} +Provincial air quality data refreshed every hour. + +[Latest air quality +data](https://www.env.gov.bc.ca/epd/bcairquality/readings/find-stations-map.html) +{{< card_end >}} +{{< card_start title="Metro Vancouver Air Quality" variant="success" logo="/assets/icon_chart.svg" >}} +Warnings and a map of air quality and weather data. + +[Air quality data and +warnings](https://metrovancouver.org/services/air-quality-climate-action/air-quality-data-and-advisories) +{{< card_end >}} +::: + +## Contact + +**Media questions regarding this Air Quality Warning:** +{{< card_start width="wide" >}} + +Gail Roth`
`{=html}Senior Air Quality +Meteorologist`
`{=html}Ministry of Environment and +Parks`
`{=html}250-645-9358 + +{{< card_end >}} + +**Media questions regarding health implications when air quality is +degraded:** {{< card_start width="wide" >}} + +Northern Health Authority`
`{=html}Media Line: +1-877-961-7724`
`{=html} + +{{< card_end >}} diff --git a/frontend/warnings/2026-03-31_Smithers_end_pm10.md b/frontend/warnings/2026-03-31_Smithers_end_pm10.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..26d68bc --- /dev/null +++ b/frontend/warnings/2026-03-31_Smithers_end_pm10.md @@ -0,0 +1,96 @@ +--- +author: +- Gail Roth +authors: +- Gail Roth +burnRestrictions: 0 +customMessage: TEST +date: 2026-03-31 +ice: End +location: Smithers +params: + aqMet: Sakshi Jain + burnRestrictionEndDate: 2025-09-28 + burnRestrictionEndTime: "12:00 PM" + burnRestrictionSDM: Ben + burnRestrictionStatus: 0 + issuedate: 2025-07-09 + location: Whistler + outputFormat: markdown + pollutant: PM25 & PM10 +pollutant: PM10 +title: Air quality warning ended for Smithers +toc-title: Table of contents +type: local_emissions +--- + + + + + +::: {layout-ncol= 3 layout-valign="bottom"} + +![Government of British Columbia logo](/assets/logo_BCID_V_RGB_pos.png)\ + +![First Nations Health Authority logo](/assets/logo_FNHA.png)\ + +![Northern Health Authority logo](/assets/logo_NH.png)\ + +::: + +The Ministry of Environment and Parks in collaboration with the Northern +Health Authority has ended the Air Quality Warning that was issued on +March 30, 2026 for Smithers due to elevated levels of coarse particulate +matter. + +TEST + +## More information + +{{< accordion_start title="Current conditions" initiallyOpen="true" >}} + +The provincial air quality objective for PM~10~ is 50 micrograms per +cubic metre (μg/m^3^), averaged over 24 hours. 24-hour average PM~10~ +concentrations are summarized below for Smithers and nearest monitored +communities at local time today: + +::: {.table-responsive} + + --------------------------------------------------------------------------- + Community Burns Lake Houston Prince George Vanderhoof + ------------------------- ----------- --------- -------------- ------------ + 24-hr average (μg/m^3^) 32.7 29.3 32.0 36.8 + + --------------------------------------------------------------------------- + +::: + +Visit the provincial [air quality data +webpage](https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/environment/air-land-water/air/air-quality) +for real-time observations. + +{{< accordion_end >}} + +## Contact + +**Media questions regarding this Air Quality Warning:** +{{< card_start width="wide" >}} + +Gail Roth`
`{=html}Senior Air Quality +Meteorologist`
`{=html}Ministry of Environment and +Parks`
`{=html}250-645-9358 + +{{< card_end >}} + +**Media questions regarding health implications when air quality is +degraded:** {{< card_start width="wide" >}} + +Northern Health Authority`
`{=html}Media Line: +1-877-961-7724`
`{=html} + +{{< card_end >}} diff --git a/frontend/warnings/2026-03-31_wildfire_smoke_issue.md b/frontend/warnings/2026-03-31_wildfire_smoke_issue.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..5e52698 --- /dev/null +++ b/frontend/warnings/2026-03-31_wildfire_smoke_issue.md @@ -0,0 +1,281 @@ +--- +author: +- Gail Roth +authors: +- Gail Roth +date: 2026-03-31 +ice: Issue +level: yellow / orange +location: Cariboo +parametersAsRendered: + aqMet: Gail Roth + customMessage: TEST + location: Cariboo + nextUpdate: 2026-04-01 + outputFormat: markdown + smokeDuration: 24-48 hours + warningLevel: + all: + - Cariboo - north including Quesnel + - Cariboo - south including Williams Lake + orange: Cariboo - south including Williams Lake + yellow: Cariboo - north including Quesnel +params: + aqMet: Sakshi Jain + customMessage: "`Custom message.`" + location: Multiple locations in B.C. + nextUpdate: 2025-02-10 + outputFormat: markdown + smokeDuration: "`24-48 hours`" + warningLevel: + value: + all: + - Watson Lake + - Prince George + - Whistler + - South Okanagan + orange: + - Whistler + red: + - South Okanagan + yellow: + - Watson Lake + - Prince George +title: Air quality warning in effect for wildfire smoke +toc-title: Table of contents +type: wildfire_smoke +--- + + + + + + +::: {layout-ncol= 4 layout-valign="bottom"} + +![Government of British Columbia logo](/assets/logo_BCID_V_RGB_pos.png)\ + +![First Nations Health Authority logo](/assets/logo_FNHA.png)\ + +![Interior Health Authority logo](/assets/logo_IH.png)\ + +![Northern Health Authority logo](/assets/logo_NH.png)\ + +::: + +{{< banner_alert_start title='Yellow Warning - Air Quality' variant='yellow'>}} +{{< banner_alert_end >}} +{{< banner_alert_start title='Orange Warning - Air Quality' variant='orange'>}} +{{< banner_alert_end >}} + +The Regions of BC highlighted on the map are being impacted or are +likely to be impacted by wildfire smoke over the next 24-48 hours. + +TEST + +During a wildfire, smoke conditions can change quickly over short +distances and can vary considerably hour-by-hour. + +Monitor the situation for any wildfires near your area at +[EmergencyInfoBC](https://www.emergencyinfobc.gov.bc.ca/). Follow all +emergency announcements relevant to your location. + +The next update will be available on April 01, 2026 and made available +on the Province's [Air Quality Warnings +webpage](https://aqwarnings.gov.bc.ca/). + +![Descriptions of affected region(s) are provided at the end of this +page. This Air Quality Warning excludes the area managed by Metro +Vancouver. Refer to the More Information section for a link to air +quality notifications issued by Metro +Vancouver.](2026-03-31_wildfire_smoke_issue_map.html){fig-alt="Air Quality Warning - Wildfire Smoke Regions for March 31, 2026: Cariboo (North), Cariboo (South)." +width="100%" height="600px"} + +## Actions you can take + +As smoke levels increase, health risks increase. Limit time outdoors. +Consider reducing or rescheduling outdoor sports, activities and events. + +People more likely to be negatively impacted by outdoor air pollution +should reduce or reschedule strenuous activities outdoors or seek +medical attention if experiencing symptoms. This includes people aged 65 +and older, pregnant individuals, infants and young children, people with +an existing illness or chronic health condition such as chronic +obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), heart disease and diabetes, and +people who work outdoors. + +## During smoky conditions + +{{< accordion_controls >}} +{{< accordion_start title="Follow your common sense" initiallyOpen="true" >}} + +- Stop or reduce your activity level if breathing becomes + uncomfortable or you feel unwell. + +- Stay cool and drink plenty of fluids. + +- Carry any rescue medications with you at all times. + +- Make sure that children and others who cannot care for themselves + follow the same advice. + +{{< accordion_end >}} +{{< accordion_start title="Monitor your symptoms" initiallyOpen="true" >}} + +- Different people have different responses to smoke. + +- Mild irritation and discomfort such as eye, nose and throat + irritation, headaches or a mild cough are common, and usually + disappear when the smoke clears. + +- More serious but less common symptoms include wheezing, chest pains + or severe cough. + +- People with asthma or other chronic illness should follow any + personal care plans designed with their family physicians. + +- If you are unsure whether you need medical care, call HealthLink BC + at 8-1-1. + +- If you are experiencing difficulty in breathing, chest pain or + discomfort, or a severe cough, contact your physician, walk-in + clinic, or emergency department. If you are having a medical + emergency, call 9-1-1. + +{{< accordion_end >}} +{{< accordion_start title="Tips to reduce your smoke exposure" initiallyOpen="true" >}} + +- Smoke levels may be lower indoors but will still be elevated, so + stay aware of your symptoms even when you are indoors. + +- When indoors, keep windows and doors closed as much as possible. + +- When there is an extreme heat event occurring with poor air quality, + prioritize keeping cool. + +- Protect your indoor air from wildfire smoke. Actions can include + using a clean, good quality air filter in your ventilation system + and/or a certified portable air cleaner that can filter fine + particles. + +- If you must spend time outdoors, a well-constructed, well-fitting + and properly worn respirator type mask (such as a NIOSH-certified + N95 or equivalent respirator) can reduce your exposure to the fine + particles in the smoke. Even though exposure may be reduced, there + can still be risks to health. + +- Check on others who are in your care or live nearby who may be more + likely to be impacted by wildfire smoke. + +- Always follow guidance from local authorities. + +{{< accordion_end >}} + +## More information + +**For additional general information about wildfire smoke and air +quality:** + +::: bcds-card-wrapper +{{< card_start title="Air Quality Health Index" variant="info" logo="/assets/icon_air.svg" >}} +Provincial summary of latest index and forecast. + +[What's the air like +today?](https://www.env.gov.bc.ca/epd/bcairquality/data/aqhi-table.html) +{{< card_end >}} +{{< card_start title="Air Quality Map" variant="info" logo="/assets/icon_air.svg" >}} +Provincial air quality data refreshed every hour. + +[Latest air quality +data](https://www.env.gov.bc.ca/epd/bcairquality/readings/find-stations-map.html) +{{< card_end >}} +{{< card_start title="Environment and Climate Change Canada FireWork" variant="danger" logo="/assets/icon_smoke.svg" >}} +Air quality maps of next 72 hours. + +[Smoke forecast maps](https://weather.gc.ca/firework/index_e.html) +{{< card_end >}} +{{< card_start title="FireSmoke Canada" variant="danger" logo="/assets/icon_smoke.svg" >}} +BlueSky Canada smoke forecasting system. + +[Smoke forecast map](https://firesmoke.ca/forecasts/current/) +{{< card_end >}} +{{< card_start title="Metro Vancouver Air Quality" variant="success" logo="/assets/icon_chart.svg" >}} +Warnings and map of air quality and weather data. + +[Air quality data and +warnings](https://metrovancouver.org/services/air-quality-climate-action/air-quality-data-and-advisories) +{{< card_end >}} +::: + +**For additional general information about wildfire smoke and your +health:** + +::: bcds-card-wrapper +{{< card_start title="BC Centre for Disease Control" logo="/assets/logo_BCCDC.png" >}} +Fact sheets on wildfire smoke and its health impacts. + +[Wildfire +smoke](http://www.bccdc.ca/health-info/prevention-public-health/wildfire-smoke) +{{< card_end >}}{{< card_start title="Interior Health Authority" logo="/assets/logo_IH_horizontal.png" >}} +Steps to prepare and manage wildfire-related issues. + +[Wildfire public +information](https://www.interiorhealth.ca/health-and-wellness/natural-disasters-and-emergencies/wildfires) +{{< card_end >}}{{< card_start title="First Nations Health Authority" logo="/assets/logo_FNHA_horizontal.png" >}} +Information and resources to help you prepare. + +[Wildfire smoke health +information](https://www.fnha.ca/about/news-and-events/news/wildfire-smoke-health-information) +{{< card_end >}} +{{< card_start title="HealthLink BC" logo="/assets/logo_BCID_HealthLinkBC_RGB_pos.png" >}} +Learn and prepare for wildfires. Phone 8-1-1 for 24/7 health advice. + +[Wildfires and your +health](https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/health-library/health-features/wildfires-and-your-health) +{{< card_end >}} +{{< card_start title="Worksafe BC" logo="/assets/logo_worksafebc.jpg" >}} +Info on working outdoors during smoky conditions. + +[Wildfire +FAQ](https://www.worksafebc.com/en/resources/health-safety/information-sheets/wildfire-smoke-frequently-asked-questions-faq) +{{< card_end >}} +::: + +## Contact + +**Media questions regarding air quality conditions related to this Air +Quality Warning:** {{< card_start width="wide" >}} + +Gail Roth`
`{=html}Senior Air Quality +Meteorologist`
`{=html}Ministry of Environment and +Parks`
`{=html}250-645-9358 + +{{< card_end >}} + +**Media questions regarding health implications of wildfire smoke:** + +{{< card_start width="wide" >}} + +First Nations Health Authority`
`{=html}Environmental Public Health +Services or Main FNHA Line: 604-693-6500 `
`{=html}After Hours: +1-844-666-0711`
`{=html}Email: +Ephs.afterhours@fnha.ca`
`{=html}Media line: +604-831-4898`
`{=html} + +Interior Health Authority`
`{=html}Media line: +1-844-469-7077`
`{=html}Email: +media@interiorhealth.ca`
`{=html} + +Northern Health Authority`
`{=html}Media Line: +1-877-961-7724`
`{=html}{{< card_end >}} + +## Regions included under this Air Quality Warning + +- **Cariboo (North):** includes Quesnel, Wells and Bowron Lake Park. +- **Cariboo (South):** includes Williams Lake, Northern and Central + sections of Wells Gray Park. diff --git a/frontend/warnings/2026-03-31_wildfire_smoke_issue_map.html b/frontend/warnings/2026-03-31_wildfire_smoke_issue_map.html new file mode 100644 index 0000000..65a0e3a --- /dev/null +++ b/frontend/warnings/2026-03-31_wildfire_smoke_issue_map.html @@ -0,0 +1,4079 @@ + + + + +leaflet + + + + + + + + + + + + + +
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+ + + + From 26af830e8e46524192b7a3614c06781dc19c0b09 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Roth Date: Tue, 31 Mar 2026 16:20:05 -0700 Subject: [PATCH 2/3] Create 2026-03-31_Prince_George_continue_pm25.md confirming that mandatory = yes is properly triggered from bylaw condition alone --- .../2026-03-31_Prince_George_continue_pm25.md | 258 ++++++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 258 insertions(+) create mode 100644 frontend/warnings/2026-03-31_Prince_George_continue_pm25.md diff --git a/frontend/warnings/2026-03-31_Prince_George_continue_pm25.md b/frontend/warnings/2026-03-31_Prince_George_continue_pm25.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..bed17b0 --- /dev/null +++ b/frontend/warnings/2026-03-31_Prince_George_continue_pm25.md @@ -0,0 +1,258 @@ +--- +author: +- Gail Roth +authors: +- Gail Roth +burnRestrictions: 0 +bylaw: true +date: 2026-03-31 +ice: Continue +level: orange +location: Prince George +parametersAsRendered: + aqMet: Gail Roth + burnRestrictionArea: TEST + burnRestrictionEndDate: 20544 + burnRestrictionEndTime: TEST + burnRestrictions: 0 + customMessage: TEST + ice: Continue + issuedate: 20540 + location: Prince George + nextUpdate: 20545 + outputFormat: markdown + pollutant: PM25 + warningLevel: orange +params: + aqMet: Sakshi Jain + burnRestrictionEndDate: 2025-09-28 + burnRestrictionEndTime: "12:00 PM" + burnRestrictions: 0 + ice: Issue + issuedate: 2025-07-20 + location: Prince George + nextUpdate: 2025-09-28 + outputFormat: markdown + pollutant: PM25 & PM10 + warningLevel: yellow +pollutant: PM25 +title: Air quality warning in effect for Prince George +toc-title: Table of contents +type: local_emissions +--- + + + + + +::: {layout-ncol= 3 layout-valign="bottom"} + +![Government of British Columbia logo](/assets/logo_BCID_V_RGB_pos.png)\ + +![First Nations Health Authority logo](/assets/logo_FNHA.png)\ + +![Northern Health Authority logo](/assets/logo_NH.png)\ + +::: + +{{< banner_alert_start title='Orange Warning - Air Quality' variant='orange'>}} +{{< banner_alert_end >}} + +The Ministry of Environment and Parks in collaboration with the Northern +Health Authority issued an Air Quality Warning for Prince George on +March 28, 2026. The warning remains in effect 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. Persons with chronic underlying medical +conditions or acute infections should postpone or reduce strenuous +exercise until the warning is ended. Anyone experiencing symptoms such +as continuing eye or throat irritation, chest discomfort, shortness of +breath, cough or wheezing, should follow the advice of their health care +provider. Staying indoors helps to reduce exposure. + +TEST + +The next update will be on April 02, 2026 and posted to the province's +[Air Quality Warnings webpage](https://www.gov.bc.ca/airquality). + +Visit the provincial [air quality data +webpage](https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/environment/air-land-water/air/air-quality) +for real-time observations. + +## Actions you can take + +As air contaminant levels increase, health risks increase. Consider +reducing or rescheduling outdoor sports, activities and events. + +People more likely to be negatively impacted by outdoor air pollution +should reduce or reschedule strenuous activities outdoors or seek +medical attention if experiencing symptoms. This includes people aged 65 +and older, pregnant individuals, infants and young children, people with +an existing illness or chronic health condition such as chronic +obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), heart disease and diabetes, and +people who work outdoors. + +{{< accordion_controls >}} +{{< accordion_start title="Follow your common sense" initiallyOpen="true" >}} + +- 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 themselves + follow the same advice. + +{{< accordion_end >}} +{{< accordion_start title="Monitor your symptoms" initiallyOpen="true" >}} + +- Different people have different responses to elevated levels of air + contaminants. +- Mild irritation and discomfort such as eye, nose and throat + irritation, headaches or a mild cough are common, and usually + disappear when the air contaminants return to typical levels. +- More serious but less common symptoms include wheezing, chest pains + or severe cough. +- People with asthma or other chronic illness should follow any + personal care plans designed with their family physicians. +- If you are unsure whether you need medical care, call HealthLink BC + at 8-1-1. +- If you are experiencing difficulty in breathing, chest pain or + discomfort, or a severe cough, contact your physician, walk-in + clinic, or emergency department. If you are having a medical + emergency, call 9-1-1. + +{{< accordion_end >}} +{{< accordion_start title="Tips to reduce your exposure to air pollution" initiallyOpen="true" >}} + +- Air contaminant levels may be lower indoors but will still be + elevated, so stay aware of your symptoms even when you are indoors. + +- When indoors, keep windows and doors closed as much as possible. + +- Protect your indoor air from outdoor air pollution. Actions can + include using a clean, good quality air filter in your ventilation + system and/or a certified portable air cleaner that can filter fine + particles. Do-it-yourself air cleaners may also be used if other + options are unavailable. For more details, see the BC Centre of + Control [fact + sheet](https://www.bccdc.ca/resource-gallery/Documents/Guidelines%20and%20Forms/Guidelines%20and%20Manuals/Health-Environment/BCCDC_WildFire_FactSheet_BoxFanAirFilters.pdf). + +- If you must spend time outdoors, a well-constructed, well-fitting + and properly worn respirator type mask (such as a NIOSH-certified + N95 or equivalent respirator) can reduce your exposure to + particulate matter. Even though exposure may be reduced, there can + still be risks to health. + +- Avoid roads with heavy vehicle traffic and areas with wood smoke. + +{{< accordion_end >}} + +## Emission reduction actions + +{{< accordion_start title="Mandatory actions" initiallyOpen="true" >}} + +- Facilities with air discharge authorizations under the Environmental + Management Act are required to follow trigger actions within their + permit related to Air Quality Warnings and are encouraged to reduce + any other emissions where possible. + +- The City of Prince George's Clean Air Bylaw prohibits all open + burning, including backyard burning, and land clearing burning. + During air quality advisories, this bylaw also prohibits + recreational fires, use of wood-burning appliances (except for sole + wood-burning heat users), and street sweeping activities (unless + approved by an Authorized Person). + +{{< accordion_end >}} +{{< accordion_start title="Voluntary actions" initiallyOpen="true" >}} + +- Avoid using wood stoves and fireplaces unless it is the sole heating + source. If wood burning is the sole heating source, burn dry, + seasoned wood and ensure an adequate supply of combustion air. +- Reduce vehicle use where possible and avoid idling vehicles. + +{{< accordion_end >}} + +## More information + +{{< accordion_start title="Current conditions" initiallyOpen="true" >}} + +Fine particulate matter refers to airborne solid or liquid droplets with +diameters of 2.5 micrometers (μm) or less. PM~2.5~ levels tend to be +highest around busy roads, industrial operations and neighbourhoods with +residential wood burning. PM~2.5~ can easily penetrate indoors because +of their small size. Common sources of PM~2.5~ that contribute to +episodes of poor air quality vary seasonally but can includef wood smoke +(from wood stoves and/or open burning) as well as emissions from +industry and transportation sources such as automobiles, trucks and rail +traffic. + +The provincial air quality objective for PM~2.5~ is 25 micrograms per +cubic metre (μg/m^3^) averaged over 24 hours. 24-hour average PM~2.5~ +concentrations are summarized below for Prince George and nearest +monitored communities at 4:00 PM local time today: + +::: {.table-responsive} + + Community Prince George Burns Lake Vanderhoof + ------------------------- --------------- ------------ ------------ + 24-hr average (μg/m^3^) 8.5 10.4 16.9 + +::: + +{{< accordion_end >}} + +**For additional information about air quality in British Columbia:** + +::: bcds-card-wrapper +{{< card_start title="Air Quality Health Index" variant="info" logo="/assets/icon_air.svg" >}} +Provincial summary of latest index and forecast. + +[What's the air like +today?](https://www.env.gov.bc.ca/epd/bcairquality/data/aqhi-table.html) +{{< card_end >}} +{{< card_start title="Provincal Air Quality Map" variant="info" logo="/assets/icon_air.svg" >}} +Provincial air quality data refreshed every hour. + +[Latest air quality +data](https://www.env.gov.bc.ca/epd/bcairquality/readings/find-stations-map.html) +{{< card_end >}} +{{< card_start title="Metro Vancouver Air Quality" variant="success" logo="/assets/icon_chart.svg" >}} +Warnings and a map of air quality and weather data. + +[Air quality data and +warnings](https://metrovancouver.org/services/air-quality-climate-action/air-quality-data-and-advisories) +{{< card_end >}} +{{< card_start title="Local Resources" variant="info" logo="/assets/icon_air.svg" >}} + +[Prince George Air Improvement +Roundtable](https://www.pgairquality.com/) {{< card_end >}} +::: + +## Contact + +**Media questions regarding this Air Quality Warning:** +{{< card_start width="wide" >}} + +Gail Roth`
`{=html}Senior Air Quality +Meteorologist`
`{=html}Ministry of Environment and +Parks`
`{=html}250-645-9358 + +{{< card_end >}} + +**Media questions regarding health implications when air quality is +degraded:** {{< card_start width="wide" >}} + +Northern Health Authority`
`{=html}Media Line: +1-877-961-7724`
`{=html} + +{{< card_end >}} From fca6c8f5b8dfb24865278b3849bb4a482afbc7e9 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Roth Date: Wed, 1 Apr 2026 09:12:30 -0700 Subject: [PATCH 3/3] additional testing --- ...> 2026-04-01_Burns_Lake_issue_pm25_obr.md} | 84 ++++-- .../2026-04-01_Fort_St_John_issue_pm10.md | 250 ++++++++++++++++ ..._pm10.md => 2026-04-01_Golden_end_pm25.md} | 37 +-- ...md => 2026-04-01_Houston_continue_pm25.md} | 37 +-- ...udsons Hope_issue_pollution_prevention.md} | 62 ++-- .../warnings/2026-04-01_Kamloops_issue_o3.md | 236 +++++++++++++++ .../2026-04-01_Vernon_issue_pm25_pm10.md | 279 ++++++++++++++++++ ...01_Williams_Lake_end_pm25_obr_in_effect.md | 115 ++++++++ ....md => 2026-04-01_wildfire_smoke_issue.md} | 48 ++- ... 2026-04-01_wildfire_smoke_issue_map.html} | 6 +- 10 files changed, 1016 insertions(+), 138 deletions(-) rename frontend/warnings/{2026-03-31_Prince_George_continue_pm25.md => 2026-04-01_Burns_Lake_issue_pm25_obr.md} (77%) create mode 100644 frontend/warnings/2026-04-01_Fort_St_John_issue_pm10.md rename frontend/warnings/{2026-03-31_Smithers_end_pm10.md => 2026-04-01_Golden_end_pm25.md} (68%) rename frontend/warnings/{2026-03-31_Houston_continue_pm25_obr.md => 2026-04-01_Houston_continue_pm25.md} (88%) rename frontend/warnings/{2026-03-31_Cranbrook_issue_pollution_prevention.md => 2026-04-01_Hudsons Hope_issue_pollution_prevention.md} (81%) create mode 100644 frontend/warnings/2026-04-01_Kamloops_issue_o3.md create mode 100644 frontend/warnings/2026-04-01_Vernon_issue_pm25_pm10.md create mode 100644 frontend/warnings/2026-04-01_Williams_Lake_end_pm25_obr_in_effect.md rename frontend/warnings/{2026-03-31_wildfire_smoke_issue.md => 2026-04-01_wildfire_smoke_issue.md} (88%) rename frontend/warnings/{2026-03-31_wildfire_smoke_issue_map.html => 2026-04-01_wildfire_smoke_issue_map.html} (98%) diff --git a/frontend/warnings/2026-03-31_Prince_George_continue_pm25.md b/frontend/warnings/2026-04-01_Burns_Lake_issue_pm25_obr.md similarity index 77% rename from frontend/warnings/2026-03-31_Prince_George_continue_pm25.md rename to frontend/warnings/2026-04-01_Burns_Lake_issue_pm25_obr.md index bed17b0..324ebce 100644 --- a/frontend/warnings/2026-03-31_Prince_George_continue_pm25.md +++ b/frontend/warnings/2026-04-01_Burns_Lake_issue_pm25_obr.md @@ -3,26 +3,26 @@ author: - Gail Roth authors: - Gail Roth -burnRestrictions: 0 +burnRestrictions: 1 bylaw: true -date: 2026-03-31 -ice: Continue -level: orange -location: Prince George +date: 2026-04-01 +ice: Issue +level: yellow +location: Burns Lake parametersAsRendered: aqMet: Gail Roth burnRestrictionArea: TEST - burnRestrictionEndDate: 20544 + burnRestrictionEndDate: 20545 burnRestrictionEndTime: TEST - burnRestrictions: 0 + burnRestrictions: 1 customMessage: TEST - ice: Continue - issuedate: 20540 - location: Prince George + ice: Issue + issuedate: 20543 + location: Burns Lake nextUpdate: 20545 outputFormat: markdown pollutant: PM25 - warningLevel: orange + warningLevel: yellow params: aqMet: Sakshi Jain burnRestrictionEndDate: 2025-09-28 @@ -36,7 +36,8 @@ params: pollutant: PM25 & PM10 warningLevel: yellow pollutant: PM25 -title: Air quality warning in effect for Prince George +title: Air quality warning and open burning restrictions in effect for + Burns Lake toc-title: Table of contents type: local_emissions --- @@ -60,13 +61,12 @@ To view a copy of this license, visit http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 ::: -{{< banner_alert_start title='Orange Warning - Air Quality' variant='orange'>}} +{{< banner_alert_start title='Yellow Warning - Air Quality' variant='yellow'>}} {{< banner_alert_end >}} The Ministry of Environment and Parks in collaboration with the Northern -Health Authority issued an Air Quality Warning for Prince George on -March 28, 2026. The warning remains in effect due to elevated fine -particulate matter. +Health Authority has issued an Air Quality Warning for Burns Lake 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 @@ -78,6 +78,11 @@ as continuing eye or throat irritation, chest discomfort, shortness of breath, cough or wheezing, should follow the advice of their health care provider. Staying indoors helps to reduce exposure. +Open burning restrictions are now in effect within TEST. 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. + TEST The next update will be on April 02, 2026 and posted to the province's @@ -165,12 +170,30 @@ people who work outdoors. permit related to Air Quality Warnings and are encouraged to reduce any other emissions where possible. -- The City of Prince George's Clean Air Bylaw prohibits all open - burning, including backyard burning, and land clearing burning. - During air quality advisories, this bylaw also prohibits - recreational fires, use of wood-burning appliances (except for sole - wood-burning heat users), and street sweeping activities (unless - approved by an Authorized Person). +- Burns Lake bylaw 871 restricts the use of wood burning appliances + during air quality advisories: + +- **6a**: No person shall use a Wood Burning Appliance at any time + when an air quality advisory is in effect, except to heat the + premises that are equipped with no heating appliance or facilities + other than the Wood Burning Appliance. + +- Contact the Burns Lake municipal office at + [250-692-7587](tel:2506927587) for more information on woodstove + restrictions. + +- NOTICE of DIRECTOR under s.30 Open Burning Smoke Control Regulation: + +> As pollution is occurring or is likely to occur from open burning, +> pursuant to Sections 30(1) and 30(2) of the Open Burning Smoke Control +> Regulation, the Director has prohibited open burning within TEST until +> April 02, 2026 TEST local time. No vegetative debris may be ignited or +> added to ignited piles. Contravention of these provisions may be +> subject to a fine under the Regulation. + +   Date issued: April 01, 2026`
`{=html}   Benjamin +Weinstein`
`{=html}   For Director, Environmental Management +Act`
`{=html}   Environmental Monitoring and Analysis Branch {{< accordion_end >}} {{< accordion_start title="Voluntary actions" initiallyOpen="true" >}} @@ -198,14 +221,17 @@ traffic. The provincial air quality objective for PM~2.5~ is 25 micrograms per cubic metre (μg/m^3^) averaged over 24 hours. 24-hour average PM~2.5~ -concentrations are summarized below for Prince George and nearest -monitored communities at 4:00 PM local time today: +concentrations are summarized below for Burns Lake and nearest monitored +communities at 8:00 AM local time today: ::: {.table-responsive} - Community Prince George Burns Lake Vanderhoof - ------------------------- --------------- ------------ ------------ - 24-hr average (μg/m^3^) 8.5 10.4 16.9 + --------------------------------------------------------------------------- + Community Burns Lake Houston Prince George Vanderhoof + ------------------------- ----------- --------- -------------- ------------ + 24-hr average (μg/m^3^) 10.3 3.3 4.5 12.5 + + --------------------------------------------------------------------------- ::: @@ -232,10 +258,6 @@ Warnings and a map of air quality and weather data. [Air quality data and warnings](https://metrovancouver.org/services/air-quality-climate-action/air-quality-data-and-advisories) {{< card_end >}} -{{< card_start title="Local Resources" variant="info" logo="/assets/icon_air.svg" >}} - -[Prince George Air Improvement -Roundtable](https://www.pgairquality.com/) {{< card_end >}} ::: ## Contact diff --git a/frontend/warnings/2026-04-01_Fort_St_John_issue_pm10.md b/frontend/warnings/2026-04-01_Fort_St_John_issue_pm10.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..ae4bea6 --- /dev/null +++ b/frontend/warnings/2026-04-01_Fort_St_John_issue_pm10.md @@ -0,0 +1,250 @@ +--- +author: +- Gail Roth +authors: +- Gail Roth +burnRestrictions: 0 +bylaw: false +date: 2026-04-01 +ice: Issue +level: yellow +location: Fort St John +parametersAsRendered: + aqMet: Gail Roth + burnRestrictionArea: "``{=html}" + burnRestrictionEndDate: 20545 + burnRestrictionEndTime: "HH:00 PM" + burnRestrictions: 0 + customMessage: TEST + ice: Issue + issuedate: 20543 + location: Fort St John + nextUpdate: 20545 + outputFormat: markdown + pollutant: PM10 + warningLevel: yellow +params: + aqMet: Sakshi Jain + burnRestrictionEndDate: 2025-09-28 + burnRestrictionEndTime: "12:00 PM" + burnRestrictions: 0 + ice: Issue + issuedate: 2025-07-20 + location: Prince George + nextUpdate: 2025-09-28 + outputFormat: markdown + pollutant: PM25 & PM10 + warningLevel: yellow +pollutant: PM10 +title: Air quality warning in effect for Fort St John +toc-title: Table of contents +type: local_emissions +--- + + + + + +::: {layout-ncol= 3 layout-valign="bottom"} + +![Government of British Columbia logo](/assets/logo_BCID_V_RGB_pos.png)\ + +![First Nations Health Authority logo](/assets/logo_FNHA.png)\ + +![Northern Health Authority logo](/assets/logo_NH.png)\ + +::: + +{{< banner_alert_start title='Yellow Warning - Air Quality' variant='yellow'>}} +{{< banner_alert_end >}} + +The Ministry of Environment and Parks in collaboration with the Northern +Health Authority has issued an Air Quality Warning for Fort St John due +to elevated coarse particulate matter. + +Exposure to coarse 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. Persons with chronic underlying medical +conditions or acute infections should postpone or reduce strenuous +exercise until the warning is ended. Anyone experiencing symptoms such +as continuing eye or throat irritation, chest discomfort, shortness of +breath, cough or wheezing, should follow the advice of their health care +provider. Staying indoors helps to reduce exposure. + +TEST + +The next update will be on April 02, 2026 and posted to the province's +[Air Quality Warnings webpage](https://www.gov.bc.ca/airquality). + +Visit the provincial [air quality data +webpage](https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/environment/air-land-water/air/air-quality) +for real-time observations. + +## Actions you can take + +As air contaminant levels increase, health risks increase. Consider +reducing or rescheduling outdoor sports, activities and events. + +People more likely to be negatively impacted by outdoor air pollution +should reduce or reschedule strenuous activities outdoors or seek +medical attention if experiencing symptoms. This includes people aged 65 +and older, pregnant individuals, infants and young children, people with +an existing illness or chronic health condition such as chronic +obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), heart disease and diabetes, and +people who work outdoors. + +{{< accordion_controls >}} +{{< accordion_start title="Follow your common sense" initiallyOpen="true" >}} + +- 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 themselves + follow the same advice. + +{{< accordion_end >}} +{{< accordion_start title="Monitor your symptoms" initiallyOpen="true" >}} + +- Different people have different responses to elevated levels of air + contaminants. +- Mild irritation and discomfort such as eye, nose and throat + irritation, headaches or a mild cough are common, and usually + disappear when the air contaminants return to typical levels. +- More serious but less common symptoms include wheezing, chest pains + or severe cough. +- People with asthma or other chronic illness should follow any + personal care plans designed with their family physicians. +- If you are unsure whether you need medical care, call HealthLink BC + at 8-1-1. +- If you are experiencing difficulty in breathing, chest pain or + discomfort, or a severe cough, contact your physician, walk-in + clinic, or emergency department. If you are having a medical + emergency, call 9-1-1. + +{{< accordion_end >}} +{{< accordion_start title="Tips to reduce your exposure to air pollution" initiallyOpen="true" >}} + +- Air contaminant levels may be lower indoors but will still be + elevated, so stay aware of your symptoms even when you are indoors. + +- When indoors, keep windows and doors closed as much as possible. + +- Protect your indoor air from outdoor air pollution. Actions can + include using a clean, good quality air filter in your ventilation + system and/or a certified portable air cleaner that can filter fine + particles. Do-it-yourself air cleaners may also be used if other + options are unavailable. For more details, see the BC Centre of + Control [fact + sheet](https://www.bccdc.ca/resource-gallery/Documents/Guidelines%20and%20Forms/Guidelines%20and%20Manuals/Health-Environment/BCCDC_WildFire_FactSheet_BoxFanAirFilters.pdf). + +- If you must spend time outdoors, a well-constructed, well-fitting + and properly worn respirator type mask (such as a NIOSH-certified + N95 or equivalent respirator) can reduce your exposure to + particulate matter. Even though exposure may be reduced, there can + still be risks to health. + +- Avoid roads with heavy vehicle traffic and areas with wood smoke. + +{{< accordion_end >}} + +## Emission reduction actions + +{{< accordion_start title="Mandatory actions" initiallyOpen="true" >}} + +- Facilities with air discharge authorizations under the Environmental + Management Act are required to follow trigger actions within their + permit related to Air Quality Warnings and are encouraged to reduce + any other emissions where possible. + +{{< accordion_end >}} +{{< accordion_start title="Voluntary actions" initiallyOpen="true" >}} + +- Avoid driving on the road shoulder or other areas where road + traction material has accumulated. +- When cleaning driveways and parking lots, lightly wet the area + before sweeping. Avoid using leaf blowers to clean up dirt during + spring clean up. + +{{< accordion_end >}} + +## More information + +{{< accordion_start title="Current conditions" initiallyOpen="true" >}} + +Coarse particulate matter refers to airborne solid or liquid droplets +with diameters between 2.5 and 10 micrometers (μm). Together with fine +particulate matter (airborne solid or liquid droplets with diameters of +2.5 μm or less), these particles are referred to as PM~10~. Sources of +PM~10~ contributing to this air quality episode include road dust from +the emission of winter traction material along busy and dry road +surfaces. PM~10~ can easily penetrate indoors because of their small +size. + +The current dusty conditions are caused by road traffic stirring up +winter traction materials that have accumulated on roadways over the +past winter. + +The provincial air quality objective for PM~10~ is 50 micrograms per +cubic metre (μg/m^3^), averaged over 24 hours. 24-hour average PM~10~ +concentrations are summarized below for Fort St John and nearest +monitored communities at 8:00 AM local time today: + +::: {.table-responsive} + + Community Fort St John Prince George + ------------------------- -------------- --------------- + 24-hr average (μg/m^3^) 19.1 15.6 + +::: + +{{< accordion_end >}} + +**For additional information about air quality in British Columbia:** + +::: bcds-card-wrapper +{{< card_start title="Air Quality Health Index" variant="info" logo="/assets/icon_air.svg" >}} +Provincial summary of latest index and forecast. + +[What's the air like +today?](https://www.env.gov.bc.ca/epd/bcairquality/data/aqhi-table.html) +{{< card_end >}} +{{< card_start title="Provincal Air Quality Map" variant="info" logo="/assets/icon_air.svg" >}} +Provincial air quality data refreshed every hour. + +[Latest air quality +data](https://www.env.gov.bc.ca/epd/bcairquality/readings/find-stations-map.html) +{{< card_end >}} +{{< card_start title="Metro Vancouver Air Quality" variant="success" logo="/assets/icon_chart.svg" >}} +Warnings and a map of air quality and weather data. + +[Air quality data and +warnings](https://metrovancouver.org/services/air-quality-climate-action/air-quality-data-and-advisories) +{{< card_end >}} +::: + +## Contact + +**Media questions regarding this Air Quality Warning:** +{{< card_start width="wide" >}} + +Gail Roth`
`{=html}Senior Air Quality +Meteorologist`
`{=html}Ministry of Environment and +Parks`
`{=html}250-645-9358 + +{{< card_end >}} + +**Media questions regarding health implications when air quality is +degraded:** {{< card_start width="wide" >}} + +Northern Health Authority`
`{=html}Media Line: +1-877-961-7724`
`{=html} + +{{< card_end >}} diff --git a/frontend/warnings/2026-03-31_Smithers_end_pm10.md b/frontend/warnings/2026-04-01_Golden_end_pm25.md similarity index 68% rename from frontend/warnings/2026-03-31_Smithers_end_pm10.md rename to frontend/warnings/2026-04-01_Golden_end_pm25.md index 26d68bc..b190dca 100644 --- a/frontend/warnings/2026-03-31_Smithers_end_pm10.md +++ b/frontend/warnings/2026-04-01_Golden_end_pm25.md @@ -5,9 +5,9 @@ authors: - Gail Roth burnRestrictions: 0 customMessage: TEST -date: 2026-03-31 +date: 2026-04-01 ice: End -location: Smithers +location: Golden params: aqMet: Sakshi Jain burnRestrictionEndDate: 2025-09-28 @@ -18,8 +18,8 @@ params: location: Whistler outputFormat: markdown pollutant: PM25 & PM10 -pollutant: PM10 -title: Air quality warning ended for Smithers +pollutant: PM25 +title: Air quality warning ended for Golden toc-title: Table of contents type: local_emissions --- @@ -39,13 +39,13 @@ To view a copy of this license, visit http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 ![First Nations Health Authority logo](/assets/logo_FNHA.png)\ -![Northern Health Authority logo](/assets/logo_NH.png)\ +![Interior Health Authority logo](/assets/logo_IH.png)\ ::: -The Ministry of Environment and Parks in collaboration with the Northern +The Ministry of Environment and Parks in collaboration with the Interior Health Authority has ended the Air Quality Warning that was issued on -March 30, 2026 for Smithers due to elevated levels of coarse particulate +March 31, 2026 for Golden due to elevated levels of fine particulate matter. TEST @@ -54,19 +54,19 @@ TEST {{< accordion_start title="Current conditions" initiallyOpen="true" >}} -The provincial air quality objective for PM~10~ is 50 micrograms per -cubic metre (μg/m^3^), averaged over 24 hours. 24-hour average PM~10~ -concentrations are summarized below for Smithers and nearest monitored -communities at local time today: +The provincial air quality objective for PM~2.5~ is 25 micrograms per +cubic metre (μg/m^3^) averaged over 24 hours. 24-hour average PM~2.5~ +concentrations are summarized below for Golden and nearest monitored +communities at 10:00 AM local time today: ::: {.table-responsive} - --------------------------------------------------------------------------- - Community Burns Lake Houston Prince George Vanderhoof - ------------------------- ----------- --------- -------------- ------------ - 24-hr average (μg/m^3^) 32.7 29.3 32.0 36.8 + ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- + Community Golden Castlegar Cranbrook Elkford Sparwood + ------------------------- -------- ----------- ----------- --------- ---------- + 24-hr average (μg/m^3^) 7.4 6.9 10.2 6.4 4.3 - --------------------------------------------------------------------------- + ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ::: @@ -90,7 +90,8 @@ Parks`
`{=html}250-645-9358 **Media questions regarding health implications when air quality is degraded:** {{< card_start width="wide" >}} -Northern Health Authority`
`{=html}Media Line: -1-877-961-7724`
`{=html} +Interior Health Authority`
`{=html}Media line: +1-844-469-7077`
`{=html}Email: +media@interiorhealth.ca`
`{=html} {{< card_end >}} diff --git a/frontend/warnings/2026-03-31_Houston_continue_pm25_obr.md b/frontend/warnings/2026-04-01_Houston_continue_pm25.md similarity index 88% rename from frontend/warnings/2026-03-31_Houston_continue_pm25_obr.md rename to frontend/warnings/2026-04-01_Houston_continue_pm25.md index 6d74fa5..927acfd 100644 --- a/frontend/warnings/2026-03-31_Houston_continue_pm25_obr.md +++ b/frontend/warnings/2026-04-01_Houston_continue_pm25.md @@ -3,21 +3,21 @@ author: - Gail Roth authors: - Gail Roth -burnRestrictions: 1 +burnRestrictions: 0 bylaw: true -date: 2026-03-31 +date: 2026-04-01 ice: Continue level: orange location: Houston parametersAsRendered: aqMet: Gail Roth burnRestrictionArea: TEST - burnRestrictionEndDate: 20544 + burnRestrictionEndDate: 20545 burnRestrictionEndTime: TEST - burnRestrictions: 1 + burnRestrictions: 0 customMessage: TEST ice: Continue - issuedate: 20540 + issuedate: 20543 location: Houston nextUpdate: 20545 outputFormat: markdown @@ -36,8 +36,7 @@ params: pollutant: PM25 & PM10 warningLevel: yellow pollutant: PM25 -title: Air quality warning and open burning restrictions in effect for - Houston +title: Air quality warning in effect for Houston toc-title: Table of contents type: local_emissions --- @@ -65,7 +64,7 @@ To view a copy of this license, visit http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 {{< banner_alert_end >}} The Ministry of Environment and Parks in collaboration with the Northern -Health Authority issued an Air Quality Warning for Houston on March 28, +Health Authority issued an Air Quality Warning for Houston on March 31, 2026. The warning remains in effect due to elevated fine particulate matter. @@ -79,11 +78,6 @@ as continuing eye or throat irritation, chest discomfort, shortness of breath, cough or wheezing, should follow the advice of their health care provider. Staying indoors helps to reduce exposure. -Open burning restrictions are now in effect within TEST. 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. - TEST The next update will be on April 02, 2026 and posted to the province's @@ -191,19 +185,6 @@ people who work outdoors. [250-845-2238](tel:2508452238) for more information on woodstove and open burning restrictions. -- NOTICE of DIRECTOR under s.30 Open Burning Smoke Control Regulation: - -> As pollution is occurring or is likely to occur from open burning, -> pursuant to Sections 30(1) and 30(2) of the Open Burning Smoke Control -> Regulation, the Director has prohibited open burning within TEST until -> April 01, 2026 TEST local time. No vegetative debris may be ignited or -> added to ignited piles. Contravention of these provisions may be -> subject to a fine under the Regulation. - -   Date issued: March 31, 2026`
`{=html}   Benjamin -Weinstein`
`{=html}   For Director, Environmental Management -Act`
`{=html}   Environmental Monitoring and Analysis Branch - {{< accordion_end >}} {{< accordion_start title="Voluntary actions" initiallyOpen="true" >}} @@ -231,14 +212,14 @@ traffic. The provincial air quality objective for PM~2.5~ is 25 micrograms per cubic metre (μg/m^3^) averaged over 24 hours. 24-hour average PM~2.5~ concentrations are summarized below for Houston and nearest monitored -communities at 3:00 PM local time today: +communities at 8:00 AM local time today: ::: {.table-responsive} --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Community Houston Burns Lake Prince George Vanderhoof ------------------------- --------- ----------- -------------- ------------ - 24-hr average (μg/m^3^) 8.3 10.4 8.5 16.9 + 24-hr average (μg/m^3^) 3.3 10.3 4.5 12.5 --------------------------------------------------------------------------- diff --git a/frontend/warnings/2026-03-31_Cranbrook_issue_pollution_prevention.md b/frontend/warnings/2026-04-01_Hudsons Hope_issue_pollution_prevention.md similarity index 81% rename from frontend/warnings/2026-03-31_Cranbrook_issue_pollution_prevention.md rename to frontend/warnings/2026-04-01_Hudsons Hope_issue_pollution_prevention.md index 3b3377b..4ed7fa1 100644 --- a/frontend/warnings/2026-03-31_Cranbrook_issue_pollution_prevention.md +++ b/frontend/warnings/2026-04-01_Hudsons Hope_issue_pollution_prevention.md @@ -4,9 +4,9 @@ author: authors: - Gail Roth burnRestrictions: 1 -date: 2026-03-31 +date: 2026-04-01 ice: Issue -location: Cranbrook +location: Hudsons Hope params: aqMet: Sakshi Jain burnRestrictionEndDate: 2025-09-28 @@ -18,7 +18,7 @@ params: nextUpdate: 2025-09-28 outputFormat: markdown title: Pollution Prevention Notice and open burning restrictions are in - effect within TEST + effect within test toc-title: Table of contents type: pollution_prevention --- @@ -38,32 +38,32 @@ To view a copy of this license, visit http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 ![First Nations Health Authority logo](/assets/logo_FNHA.png)\ -![Interior Health Authority logo](/assets/logo_IH.png)\ +![Northern Health Authority logo](/assets/logo_NH.png)\ ::: -The Ministry of Environment and Parks in collaboration with the Interior -Health Authority has issued a Pollution Prevention Notice within TEST -due to elevated fine particulate matter. +The Ministry of Environment and Parks in collaboration with the Northern +Health Authority has issued a Pollution Prevention Notice within test +due to elevated . -Open burning restrictions are now in effect within TEST. No new fires +Open burning restrictions are now in effect within test. 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. -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. Persons with chronic underlying medical -conditions or acute infections should postpone or reduce strenuous -exercise until the warning is ended. Anyone experiencing symptoms such -as continuing eye or throat irritation, chest discomfort, shortness of -breath, cough or wheezing, should follow the advice of their health care -provider. Staying indoors helps to reduce exposure. +Exposure to 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. Persons with chronic underlying medical conditions or acute +infections should postpone or reduce strenuous exercise until the +warning is ended. Anyone experiencing symptoms such as continuing eye or +throat irritation, chest discomfort, shortness of breath, cough or +wheezing, should follow the advice of their health care provider. +Staying indoors helps to reduce exposure. -TEST +test -The next update will be on April 01, 2026 and posted to the province's +The next update will be on April 02, 2026 and posted to the province's [Air Quality Warnings webpage](https://www.gov.bc.ca/airquality). Visit the provincial [air quality data @@ -144,12 +144,12 @@ NOTICE of DIRECTOR under s.30 Open Burning Smoke Control Regulation: > As pollution is occurring or is likely to occur from open burning, > pursuant to Sections 30(1) and 30(2) of the Open Burning Smoke Control -> Regulation, the Director has prohibited open burning within TEST until -> April 01, 2026 TEST local time. No vegetative debris may be ignited or +> Regulation, the Director has prohibited open burning within test until +> April 02, 2026 test local time. No vegetative debris may be ignited or > added to ignited piles. Contravention of these provisions may be > subject to a fine under the Regulation. -   Date issued: March 31, 2026`
`{=html}   Benjamin +   Date issued: April 01, 2026`
`{=html}   Benjamin Weinstein`
`{=html}   For Director, Environmental Management Act`
`{=html}   Environmental Monitoring and Analysis Branch {{< accordion_end >}} @@ -180,17 +180,14 @@ traffic. The provincial air quality objective for PM~2.5~ is 25 micrograms per cubic metre (μg/m^3^) averaged over 24 hours. 24-hour average PM~2.5~ -concentrations are summarized below for Cranbrook and nearest monitored -communities at 5:00 PM local time today: +concentrations are summarized below for Hudsons Hope and nearest +monitored communities at 9:00 AM local time today: ::: {.table-responsive} - ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - Community Cranbrook Castlegar Elkford Golden Sparwood - ------------------------- ----------- ----------- --------- -------- ---------- - 24-hr average (μg/m^3^) 3.1 4.4 3.4 5.6 4.1 - - ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- + Community Hudsons Hope Fort St John + ------------------------- -------------- -------------- + 24-hr average (μg/m^3^) 2.3 3.8 ::: @@ -233,8 +230,7 @@ Parks`
`{=html}250-645-9358 **Media questions regarding health implications when air quality is degraded:** {{< card_start width="wide" >}} -Interior Health Authority`
`{=html}Media line: -1-844-469-7077`
`{=html}Email: -media@interiorhealth.ca`
`{=html} +Northern Health Authority`
`{=html}Media Line: +1-877-961-7724`
`{=html} {{< card_end >}} diff --git a/frontend/warnings/2026-04-01_Kamloops_issue_o3.md b/frontend/warnings/2026-04-01_Kamloops_issue_o3.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..8458d85 --- /dev/null +++ b/frontend/warnings/2026-04-01_Kamloops_issue_o3.md @@ -0,0 +1,236 @@ +--- +author: +- Gail Roth +authors: +- Gail Roth +burnRestrictions: 0 +bylaw: false +date: 2026-04-01 +ice: Issue +level: yellow +location: Kamloops +parametersAsRendered: + aqMet: Gail Roth + burnRestrictionArea: "``{=html}" + burnRestrictionEndDate: 20545 + burnRestrictionEndTime: "HH:00 PM" + burnRestrictions: 0 + customMessage: TEST + ice: Issue + issuedate: 20543 + location: Kamloops + nextUpdate: 20545 + outputFormat: markdown + pollutant: O3 + warningLevel: yellow +params: + aqMet: Sakshi Jain + burnRestrictionEndDate: 2025-09-28 + burnRestrictionEndTime: "12:00 PM" + burnRestrictions: 0 + ice: Issue + issuedate: 2025-07-20 + location: Prince George + nextUpdate: 2025-09-28 + outputFormat: markdown + pollutant: PM25 & PM10 + warningLevel: yellow +pollutant: O3 +title: Air quality warning in effect for Kamloops +toc-title: Table of contents +type: local_emissions +--- + + + + + +::: {layout-ncol= 3 layout-valign="bottom"} + +![Government of British Columbia logo](/assets/logo_BCID_V_RGB_pos.png)\ + +![First Nations Health Authority logo](/assets/logo_FNHA.png)\ + +![Interior Health Authority logo](/assets/logo_IH.png)\ + +::: + +{{< banner_alert_start title='Yellow Warning - Air Quality' variant='yellow'>}} +{{< banner_alert_end >}} + +The Ministry of Environment and Parks in collaboration with the Interior +Health Authority has issued an Air Quality Warning for Kamloops due to +elevated ground level ozone. + +Exposure to ground level ozone 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. Persons with chronic underlying medical conditions or +acute infections should postpone or reduce strenuous exercise until the +warning is ended. Anyone experiencing symptoms such as continuing eye or +throat irritation, chest discomfort, shortness of breath, cough or +wheezing, should follow the advice of their health care provider. +Staying indoors helps to reduce exposure. + +TEST + +The next update will be on April 02, 2026 and posted to the province's +[Air Quality Warnings webpage](https://www.gov.bc.ca/airquality). + +Visit the provincial [air quality data +webpage](https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/environment/air-land-water/air/air-quality) +for real-time observations. + +## Actions you can take + +As air contaminant levels increase, health risks increase. Consider +reducing or rescheduling outdoor sports, activities and events. + +People more likely to be negatively impacted by outdoor air pollution +should reduce or reschedule strenuous activities outdoors or seek +medical attention if experiencing symptoms. This includes people aged 65 +and older, pregnant individuals, infants and young children, people with +an existing illness or chronic health condition such as chronic +obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), heart disease and diabetes, and +people who work outdoors. + +{{< accordion_controls >}} +{{< accordion_start title="Follow your common sense" initiallyOpen="true" >}} + +- 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 themselves + follow the same advice. + +{{< accordion_end >}} +{{< accordion_start title="Monitor your symptoms" initiallyOpen="true" >}} + +- Different people have different responses to elevated levels of air + contaminants. +- Mild irritation and discomfort such as eye, nose and throat + irritation, headaches or a mild cough are common, and usually + disappear when the air contaminants return to typical levels. +- More serious but less common symptoms include wheezing, chest pains + or severe cough. +- People with asthma or other chronic illness should follow any + personal care plans designed with their family physicians. +- If you are unsure whether you need medical care, call HealthLink BC + at 8-1-1. +- If you are experiencing difficulty in breathing, chest pain or + discomfort, or a severe cough, contact your physician, walk-in + clinic, or emergency department. If you are having a medical + emergency, call 9-1-1. + +{{< accordion_end >}} +{{< accordion_start title="Tips to reduce your exposure to air pollution" initiallyOpen="true" >}} + +- Air contaminant levels may be lower indoors but will still be + elevated, so stay aware of your symptoms even when you are indoors. +- When indoors, keep windows and doors closed as much as possible. + +{{< accordion_end >}} + +## Emission reduction actions + +{{< accordion_start title="Mandatory actions" initiallyOpen="true" >}} + +- Facilities with air discharge authorizations under the Environmental + Management Act are required to follow trigger actions within their + permit related to Air Quality Warnings and are encouraged to reduce + any other emissions where possible. + +{{< accordion_end >}} +{{< accordion_start title="Voluntary actions" initiallyOpen="true" >}} + +- Fuel your vehicle in the cooler evening hours or after dark. +- Reduce or reschedule using other gasoline and diesel equipment, such + as lawn mowers, trimmers and leaf blowers. + +{{< accordion_end >}} + +## More information + +{{< accordion_start title="Current conditions" initiallyOpen="true" >}} + +Ground-level ozone is formed when chemicals (such as nitrogen oxides and +volatile organic compounds) react in the air when there is sunlight. +Nitrogen oxides are emitted from vehicles, boilers, building heating, +and other combustion processes. VOCs are emitted from burning fossil +fuels, evaporation of solvents (including paint, varnishes and +thinners), refining and storing fuel and agricultural activities. VOCs +also come from natural sources such as vegetation. + +The highest concentrations of ground-level ozone usually happen between +mid-afternoon and early evening on summer days. + +The provincial air quality objectives for ozone is an eight-hour +objective of 62 parts per billion (ppb) and a one-hour average of 82 ppb +for air quality warnings. Air quality warnings for ground-level ozone +may be issued when current concentrations exceed or are expected to +exceed either of these objectives. + +The 8-hour average ozone concentration and 1-hour maximum concentration +(within the past 8 hours) are summarized below for Kamloops and nearest +monitored communities at 8:00 AM local time today: + +::: {.table-responsive} + + Community Kamloops Quesnel Williams Lake + ------------------------ ---------- --------- --------------- + 8-hr average (ppb) NA 23.7 14.5 + Max. within 8 hr (ppb) NA 33.5 24.4 + +::: + +{{< accordion_end >}} + +**For additional information about air quality in British Columbia:** + +::: bcds-card-wrapper +{{< card_start title="Air Quality Health Index" variant="info" logo="/assets/icon_air.svg" >}} +Provincial summary of latest index and forecast. + +[What's the air like +today?](https://www.env.gov.bc.ca/epd/bcairquality/data/aqhi-table.html) +{{< card_end >}} +{{< card_start title="Provincal Air Quality Map" variant="info" logo="/assets/icon_air.svg" >}} +Provincial air quality data refreshed every hour. + +[Latest air quality +data](https://www.env.gov.bc.ca/epd/bcairquality/readings/find-stations-map.html) +{{< card_end >}} +{{< card_start title="Metro Vancouver Air Quality" variant="success" logo="/assets/icon_chart.svg" >}} +Warnings and a map of air quality and weather data. + +[Air quality data and +warnings](https://metrovancouver.org/services/air-quality-climate-action/air-quality-data-and-advisories) +{{< card_end >}} +::: + +## Contact + +**Media questions regarding this Air Quality Warning:** +{{< card_start width="wide" >}} + +Gail Roth`
`{=html}Senior Air Quality +Meteorologist`
`{=html}Ministry of Environment and +Parks`
`{=html}250-645-9358 + +{{< card_end >}} + +**Media questions regarding health implications when air quality is +degraded:** {{< card_start width="wide" >}} + +Interior Health Authority`
`{=html}Media line: +1-844-469-7077`
`{=html}Email: +media@interiorhealth.ca`
`{=html} + +{{< card_end >}} diff --git a/frontend/warnings/2026-04-01_Vernon_issue_pm25_pm10.md b/frontend/warnings/2026-04-01_Vernon_issue_pm25_pm10.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..3f3330f --- /dev/null +++ b/frontend/warnings/2026-04-01_Vernon_issue_pm25_pm10.md @@ -0,0 +1,279 @@ +--- +author: +- Gail Roth +authors: +- Gail Roth +burnRestrictions: 0 +bylaw: false +date: 2026-04-01 +ice: Issue +level: yellow +location: Vernon +parametersAsRendered: + aqMet: Gail Roth + burnRestrictionArea: "``{=html}" + burnRestrictionEndDate: 20545 + burnRestrictionEndTime: "HH:00 PM" + burnRestrictions: 0 + customMessage: TEST + ice: Issue + issuedate: 20543 + location: Vernon + nextUpdate: 20545 + outputFormat: markdown + pollutant: PM25 & PM10 + warningLevel: yellow +params: + aqMet: Sakshi Jain + burnRestrictionEndDate: 2025-09-28 + burnRestrictionEndTime: "12:00 PM" + burnRestrictions: 0 + ice: Issue + issuedate: 2025-07-20 + location: Prince George + nextUpdate: 2025-09-28 + outputFormat: markdown + pollutant: PM25 & PM10 + warningLevel: yellow +pollutant: PM25 & PM10 +title: Air quality warning in effect for Vernon +toc-title: Table of contents +type: local_emissions +--- + + + + + +::: {layout-ncol= 3 layout-valign="bottom"} + +![Government of British Columbia logo](/assets/logo_BCID_V_RGB_pos.png)\ + +![First Nations Health Authority logo](/assets/logo_FNHA.png)\ + +![Interior Health Authority logo](/assets/logo_IH.png)\ + +::: + +{{< banner_alert_start title='Yellow Warning - Air Quality' variant='yellow'>}} +{{< banner_alert_end >}} + +The Ministry of Environment and Parks in collaboration with the Interior +Health Authority has issued an Air Quality Warning for Vernon due to +elevated fine particulate matter and coarse particulate matter. + +Exposure to fine particulate matter and coarse 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. Persons with +chronic underlying medical conditions or acute infections should +postpone or reduce strenuous exercise until the warning is ended. Anyone +experiencing symptoms such as continuing eye or throat irritation, chest +discomfort, shortness of breath, cough or wheezing, should follow the +advice of their health care provider. Staying indoors helps to reduce +exposure. + +TEST + +The next update will be on April 02, 2026 and posted to the province's +[Air Quality Warnings webpage](https://www.gov.bc.ca/airquality). + +Visit the provincial [air quality data +webpage](https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/environment/air-land-water/air/air-quality) +for real-time observations. + +## Actions you can take + +As air contaminant levels increase, health risks increase. Consider +reducing or rescheduling outdoor sports, activities and events. + +People more likely to be negatively impacted by outdoor air pollution +should reduce or reschedule strenuous activities outdoors or seek +medical attention if experiencing symptoms. This includes people aged 65 +and older, pregnant individuals, infants and young children, people with +an existing illness or chronic health condition such as chronic +obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), heart disease and diabetes, and +people who work outdoors. + +{{< accordion_controls >}} +{{< accordion_start title="Follow your common sense" initiallyOpen="true" >}} + +- 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 themselves + follow the same advice. + +{{< accordion_end >}} +{{< accordion_start title="Monitor your symptoms" initiallyOpen="true" >}} + +- Different people have different responses to elevated levels of air + contaminants. +- Mild irritation and discomfort such as eye, nose and throat + irritation, headaches or a mild cough are common, and usually + disappear when the air contaminants return to typical levels. +- More serious but less common symptoms include wheezing, chest pains + or severe cough. +- People with asthma or other chronic illness should follow any + personal care plans designed with their family physicians. +- If you are unsure whether you need medical care, call HealthLink BC + at 8-1-1. +- If you are experiencing difficulty in breathing, chest pain or + discomfort, or a severe cough, contact your physician, walk-in + clinic, or emergency department. If you are having a medical + emergency, call 9-1-1. + +{{< accordion_end >}} +{{< accordion_start title="Tips to reduce your exposure to air pollution" initiallyOpen="true" >}} + +- Air contaminant levels may be lower indoors but will still be + elevated, so stay aware of your symptoms even when you are indoors. + +- When indoors, keep windows and doors closed as much as possible. + +- Protect your indoor air from outdoor air pollution. Actions can + include using a clean, good quality air filter in your ventilation + system and/or a certified portable air cleaner that can filter fine + particles. Do-it-yourself air cleaners may also be used if other + options are unavailable. For more details, see the BC Centre of + Control [fact + sheet](https://www.bccdc.ca/resource-gallery/Documents/Guidelines%20and%20Forms/Guidelines%20and%20Manuals/Health-Environment/BCCDC_WildFire_FactSheet_BoxFanAirFilters.pdf). + +- If you must spend time outdoors, a well-constructed, well-fitting + and properly worn respirator type mask (such as a NIOSH-certified + N95 or equivalent respirator) can reduce your exposure to + particulate matter. Even though exposure may be reduced, there can + still be risks to health. + +- Avoid roads with heavy vehicle traffic and areas with wood smoke. + +{{< accordion_end >}} + +## Emission reduction actions + +{{< accordion_start title="Mandatory actions" initiallyOpen="true" >}} + +- Facilities with air discharge authorizations under the Environmental + Management Act are required to follow trigger actions within their + permit related to Air Quality Warnings and are encouraged to reduce + any other emissions where possible. + +{{< accordion_end >}} +{{< accordion_start title="Voluntary actions" initiallyOpen="true" >}} + +- Avoid using wood stoves and fireplaces unless it is the sole heating + source. If wood burning is the sole heating source, burn dry, + seasoned wood and ensure an adequate supply of combustion air. +- Reduce vehicle use where possible and avoid idling vehicles. +- Avoid driving on the road shoulder or other areas where road + traction material has accumulated. +- When cleaning driveways and parking lots, lightly wet the area + before sweeping. Avoid using leaf blowers to clean up dirt during + spring clean up. + +{{< accordion_end >}} + +## More information + +{{< accordion_start title="Current conditions" initiallyOpen="true" >}} + +Fine particulate matter refers to airborne solid or liquid droplets with +diameters of 2.5 micrometers (μm) or less. PM~2.5~ levels tend to be +highest around busy roads, industrial operations and neighbourhoods with +residential wood burning. PM~2.5~ can easily penetrate indoors because +of their small size. Common sources of PM~2.5~ that contribute to +episodes of poor air quality vary seasonally but can includef wood smoke +(from wood stoves and/or open burning) as well as emissions from +industry and transportation sources such as automobiles, trucks and rail +traffic. + +The provincial air quality objective for PM~2.5~ is 25 micrograms per +cubic metre (μg/m^3^) averaged over 24 hours. 24-hour average PM~2.5~ +concentrations are summarized below for Vernon and nearest monitored +communities at 8:00 AM local time today: + +::: {.table-responsive} + + Community Vernon Grand Forks Kamloops Kelowna + ------------------------- -------- ------------- ---------- --------- + 24-hr average (μg/m^3^) 7.2 11.1 5.2 4.5 + +::: + +Coarse particulate matter refers to airborne solid or liquid droplets +with diameters between 2.5 and 10 micrometers (μm). Together with fine +particulate matter (airborne solid or liquid droplets with diameters of +2.5 μm or less), these particles are referred to as PM~10~. Sources of +PM~10~ contributing to this air quality episode include road dust from +the emission of winter traction material along busy and dry road +surfaces. PM~10~ can easily penetrate indoors because of their small +size. + +The current dusty conditions are caused by road traffic stirring up +winter traction materials that have accumulated on roadways over the +past winter. + +The provincial air quality objective for PM~10~ is 50 micrograms per +cubic metre (μg/m^3^), averaged over 24 hours. 24-hour average PM~10~ +concentrations are summarized below for Vernon and nearest monitored +communities at 8:00 AM local time today: + +::: {.table-responsive} + + Community Vernon Kelowna + ------------------------- -------- --------- + 24-hr average (μg/m^3^) 35.5 17.2 + +::: + +{{< accordion_end >}} + +**For additional information about air quality in British Columbia:** + +::: bcds-card-wrapper +{{< card_start title="Air Quality Health Index" variant="info" logo="/assets/icon_air.svg" >}} +Provincial summary of latest index and forecast. + +[What's the air like +today?](https://www.env.gov.bc.ca/epd/bcairquality/data/aqhi-table.html) +{{< card_end >}} +{{< card_start title="Provincal Air Quality Map" variant="info" logo="/assets/icon_air.svg" >}} +Provincial air quality data refreshed every hour. + +[Latest air quality +data](https://www.env.gov.bc.ca/epd/bcairquality/readings/find-stations-map.html) +{{< card_end >}} +{{< card_start title="Metro Vancouver Air Quality" variant="success" logo="/assets/icon_chart.svg" >}} +Warnings and a map of air quality and weather data. + +[Air quality data and +warnings](https://metrovancouver.org/services/air-quality-climate-action/air-quality-data-and-advisories) +{{< card_end >}} +::: + +## Contact + +**Media questions regarding this Air Quality Warning:** +{{< card_start width="wide" >}} + +Gail Roth`
`{=html}Senior Air Quality +Meteorologist`
`{=html}Ministry of Environment and +Parks`
`{=html}250-645-9358 + +{{< card_end >}} + +**Media questions regarding health implications when air quality is +degraded:** {{< card_start width="wide" >}} + +Interior Health Authority`
`{=html}Media line: +1-844-469-7077`
`{=html}Email: +media@interiorhealth.ca`
`{=html} + +{{< card_end >}} diff --git a/frontend/warnings/2026-04-01_Williams_Lake_end_pm25_obr_in_effect.md b/frontend/warnings/2026-04-01_Williams_Lake_end_pm25_obr_in_effect.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..21bb168 --- /dev/null +++ b/frontend/warnings/2026-04-01_Williams_Lake_end_pm25_obr_in_effect.md @@ -0,0 +1,115 @@ +--- +author: +- Gail Roth +authors: +- Gail Roth +burnRestrictions: 2 +customMessage: TEST +date: 2026-04-01 +ice: End +location: Williams Lake +params: + aqMet: Sakshi Jain + burnRestrictionEndDate: 2025-09-28 + burnRestrictionEndTime: "12:00 PM" + burnRestrictionSDM: Ben + burnRestrictionStatus: 0 + issuedate: 2025-07-09 + location: Whistler + outputFormat: markdown + pollutant: PM25 & PM10 +pollutant: PM25 +title: Air quality warning ended for Williams Lake - open burning + restrictions remain in effect +toc-title: Table of contents +type: local_emissions +--- + + + + + +::: {layout-ncol= 3 layout-valign="bottom"} + +![Government of British Columbia logo](/assets/logo_BCID_V_RGB_pos.png)\ + +![First Nations Health Authority logo](/assets/logo_FNHA.png)\ + +![Interior Health Authority logo](/assets/logo_IH.png)\ + +::: + +The Ministry of Environment and Parks in collaboration with the Interior +Health Authority has ended the Air Quality Warning that was issued on +March 31, 2026 for Williams Lake due to elevated levels of fine +particulate matter. + +TEST + +Open burning restrictions remain in effect within TEST. 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. + +## Mandatory emission reduction actions + +NOTICE of DIRECTOR under s.30 Open Burning Smoke Control Regulation: + +As pollution is occurring or is likely to occur from open burning, +pursuant to Sections 30(1) and 30(2) of the Open Burning Smoke Control +Regulation, the Director has prohibited open burning within TEST until +April 02, 2026 TEST local time. No vegetative debris may be ignited or +added to ignited piles. Contravention of these provisions may be subject +to a fine under the Regulation. + +Date issued: April 01, 2026`
`{=html}Benjamin +Weinstein`
`{=html}For Director, Environmental Management +Act`
`{=html}Environmental Monitoring and Analysis Branch + +## More information + +{{< accordion_start title="Current conditions" initiallyOpen="true" >}} + +The provincial air quality objective for PM~2.5~ is 25 micrograms per +cubic metre (μg/m^3^) averaged over 24 hours. 24-hour average PM~2.5~ +concentrations are summarized below for Williams Lake and nearest +monitored communities at 9:00 AM local time today: + +::: {.table-responsive} + + Community Williams Lake Kamloops Quesnel + ------------------------- --------------- ---------- --------- + 24-hr average (μg/m^3^) 5.8 5.4 6.9 + +::: + +Visit the provincial [air quality data +webpage](https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/environment/air-land-water/air/air-quality) +for real-time observations. + +{{< accordion_end >}} + +## Contact + +**Media questions regarding this Air Quality Warning:** +{{< card_start width="wide" >}} + +Gail Roth`
`{=html}Senior Air Quality +Meteorologist`
`{=html}Ministry of Environment and +Parks`
`{=html}250-645-9358 + +{{< card_end >}} + +**Media questions regarding health implications when air quality is +degraded:** {{< card_start width="wide" >}} + +Interior Health Authority`
`{=html}Media line: +1-844-469-7077`
`{=html}Email: +media@interiorhealth.ca`
`{=html} + +{{< card_end >}} diff --git a/frontend/warnings/2026-03-31_wildfire_smoke_issue.md b/frontend/warnings/2026-04-01_wildfire_smoke_issue.md similarity index 88% rename from frontend/warnings/2026-03-31_wildfire_smoke_issue.md rename to frontend/warnings/2026-04-01_wildfire_smoke_issue.md index 5e52698..0080c9a 100644 --- a/frontend/warnings/2026-03-31_wildfire_smoke_issue.md +++ b/frontend/warnings/2026-04-01_wildfire_smoke_issue.md @@ -3,23 +3,23 @@ author: - Gail Roth authors: - Gail Roth -date: 2026-03-31 +date: 2026-04-01 ice: Issue level: yellow / orange -location: Cariboo +location: Northeast B.C. parametersAsRendered: aqMet: Gail Roth customMessage: TEST - location: Cariboo - nextUpdate: 2026-04-01 + location: Northeast B.C. + nextUpdate: 2026-04-02 outputFormat: markdown smokeDuration: 24-48 hours warningLevel: all: - - Cariboo - north including Quesnel - - Cariboo - south including Williams Lake - orange: Cariboo - south including Williams Lake - yellow: Cariboo - north including Quesnel + - B.C. North Peace River + - Fort Nelson + orange: Fort Nelson + yellow: B.C. North Peace River params: aqMet: Sakshi Jain customMessage: "`Custom message.`" @@ -56,14 +56,12 @@ To view a copy of this license, visit http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 -::: {layout-ncol= 4 layout-valign="bottom"} +::: {layout-ncol= 3 layout-valign="bottom"} ![Government of British Columbia logo](/assets/logo_BCID_V_RGB_pos.png)\ ![First Nations Health Authority logo](/assets/logo_FNHA.png)\ -![Interior Health Authority logo](/assets/logo_IH.png)\ - ![Northern Health Authority logo](/assets/logo_NH.png)\ ::: @@ -85,7 +83,7 @@ Monitor the situation for any wildfires near your area at [EmergencyInfoBC](https://www.emergencyinfobc.gov.bc.ca/). Follow all emergency announcements relevant to your location. -The next update will be available on April 01, 2026 and made available +The next update will be available on April 02, 2026 and made available on the Province's [Air Quality Warnings webpage](https://aqwarnings.gov.bc.ca/). @@ -93,7 +91,7 @@ webpage](https://aqwarnings.gov.bc.ca/). page. This Air Quality Warning excludes the area managed by Metro Vancouver. Refer to the More Information section for a link to air quality notifications issued by Metro -Vancouver.](2026-03-31_wildfire_smoke_issue_map.html){fig-alt="Air Quality Warning - Wildfire Smoke Regions for March 31, 2026: Cariboo (North), Cariboo (South)." +Vancouver.](2026-04-01_wildfire_smoke_issue_map.html){fig-alt="Air Quality Warning - Wildfire Smoke Regions for April 01, 2026: B.C. North Peace River, Fort Nelson." width="100%" height="600px"} ## Actions you can take @@ -221,11 +219,6 @@ Fact sheets on wildfire smoke and its health impacts. [Wildfire smoke](http://www.bccdc.ca/health-info/prevention-public-health/wildfire-smoke) -{{< card_end >}}{{< card_start title="Interior Health Authority" logo="/assets/logo_IH_horizontal.png" >}} -Steps to prepare and manage wildfire-related issues. - -[Wildfire public -information](https://www.interiorhealth.ca/health-and-wellness/natural-disasters-and-emergencies/wildfires) {{< card_end >}}{{< card_start title="First Nations Health Authority" logo="/assets/logo_FNHA_horizontal.png" >}} Information and resources to help you prepare. @@ -267,15 +260,20 @@ Services or Main FNHA Line: 604-693-6500 `
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`{=html}{{< card_end >}} ## Regions included under this Air Quality Warning -- **Cariboo (North):** includes Quesnel, Wells and Bowron Lake Park. -- **Cariboo (South):** includes Williams Lake, Northern and Central - sections of Wells Gray Park. +- **B.C. North Peace River:** includes the City of Fort St John and + all communities along Hwy 97 extending from Farmington to Pink + Mountain; Hwy 29 including Moberly Lake, Hudson's Hope; also + includes Rolla, Clayhurst and Goodlow.; includes Fort Nelson, + Muskwa, Prophet River, Buckinghorse River, Sikanni Chief, and Hwy 77 + north to the Yukon border. +- **Fort Nelson:** includes the City of Fort St John and all + communities along Hwy 97 extending from Farmington to Pink Mountain; + Hwy 29 including Moberly Lake, Hudson's Hope; also includes Rolla, + Clayhurst and Goodlow.; includes Fort Nelson, Muskwa, Prophet River, + Buckinghorse River, Sikanni Chief, and Hwy 77 north to the Yukon + border. diff --git a/frontend/warnings/2026-03-31_wildfire_smoke_issue_map.html b/frontend/warnings/2026-04-01_wildfire_smoke_issue_map.html similarity index 98% rename from frontend/warnings/2026-03-31_wildfire_smoke_issue_map.html rename to frontend/warnings/2026-04-01_wildfire_smoke_issue_map.html index 65a0e3a..1c30f72 100644 --- a/frontend/warnings/2026-03-31_wildfire_smoke_issue_map.html +++ b/frontend/warnings/2026-04-01_wildfire_smoke_issue_map.html @@ -4071,9 +4071,9 @@
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