Orange Air Quality Warning Issued for Manning-Skagit Valley
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An orange warning for air quality due to wildfire smoke is in effect for Manning-Skagit Valley in British Columbia until August 21, 2026.
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- Record type
- Air Quality
- Affected area
- Manning-Skagit Valley, British Columbia
- Issued
- August 21, 2026
- Issuing authority
- ECCC
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Alert Details
An orange warning for air quality has been issued by Environment Canada and the B.C. Ministry of Environment and Parks. The alert is effective immediately from 2026-08-21T07:39:39-00:00 and expires at 2026-08-21T23:39:39-00:00.
Affected Areas
The warning covers Manning - Skagit Valley in British Columbia. Wildfire smoke is impacting or likely to impact the region over the next 24-48 hours.
What You Should Do
Avoid strenuous outdoor activities until the warning ends. Stay indoors in a space with cleaner air. Stop activity if breathing becomes uncomfortable. Stay cool, drink plenty of fluids, and carry rescue medications. Keep windows and doors closed. Use a certified portable air cleaner or NIOSH-certified N95 respirator if outdoors. Check on vulnerable individuals including those with lung or heart conditions, pregnant people, infants, young children, and adults 65 and older. Monitor symptoms and call 8-1-1 or seek emergency care for severe issues.
Expected Conditions
Wildfire smoke conditions can change quickly over short distances and vary hour-by-hour.
Timeline
The alert is effective starting August 21, 2026 at 07:39:39 UTC and remains in effect until 23:39:39 UTC the same day. The next update is scheduled for August 21, 2026.
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