Orange Air Quality Warning Issued for Fraser Canyon, BC
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An orange warning for air quality due to wildfire smoke is in effect for the Fraser Canyon north including Lillooet and Central and Southern Interior regions.
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- Record type
- Air Quality
- Affected area
- Fraser Canyon, British Columbia
- Issued
- August 12, 2026
- Issuing authority
- ECCC
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Alert Details
An orange warning for air quality is in effect. The alert was issued by Environment Canada, the B.C. Ministry of Environment and Parks. It is effective from 2026-08-12T06:27:05-00:00 and expires at 2026-08-12T22:27:05-00:00. Severity is listed as Severe with Immediate urgency.
Affected Areas
The Regions of BC highlighted on the map are being impacted or are likely to be impacted by wildfire smoke. Widespread and significant impacts continue across the Central and Southern Interior. Specific area described: Fraser Canyon - north including Lillooet.
What You Should Do
Exposure to high smoke levels can pose threat to your health regardless of age or health status. Avoid strenuous outdoor activities until the warning has ended. Stay indoors in a space with cleaner air. Stop or reduce activity level if breathing becomes uncomfortable. Stay cool and drink plenty of fluids. Carry rescue medications. Monitor symptoms such as eye, nose and throat irritation, wheezing, or chest pains. If experiencing difficulty breathing or chest pain, contact a physician or call 9-1-1. Keep windows and doors closed. Use air filters or certified portable air cleaners. Spend time in places with cleaner air if home is smoky. Wear a NIOSH-certified N95 respirator if outdoors. Keep vehicle windows closed with air flow set to recirculate.
Expected Conditions
Wildfire smoke conditions can change quickly over short distances and vary considerably hour-by-hour. No improvement is expected today. The next update will be available on August 12, 2026.
Timeline
Alert effective 2026-08-12T06:27:05-00:00, expires 2026-08-12T22:27:05-00:00. Impacts expected over the next 24-48 hours.
Original source: ECCC Official Notice ↗
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