The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has issued an air quality health advisory for Central and Western New York, including the Eastern Lake Ontario region, due to smoke from Canadian wildfires.
The advisory is in effect until midnight Monday, July 14. Officials say the smoke contains fine particulate matter, which can cause breathing problems, especially for children, older adults, and people with heart or lung conditions.
Health experts recommend staying indoors when possible and avoiding strenuous outdoor activity. Air quality alert announcements are available online or by calling the toll-free Air Quality Hotline at 1-800-535-1345.
