Special Air Quality Statement Issued for Oxford

Thursday, 1 June 2023 11:04

By Marcie Culbert @marcieculbert

Environment Canada says the hot and sunny conditions could result in higher levels of air pollution today.

OXFORD COUNTY - Environment Canada has issued a special air quality statement for Oxford County.

The hot and sunny conditions could result in higher levels of air pollution today. This means you could experience increased coughing, throat irritation, headaches or shortness of breath.

Environment Canada says kids, seniors, and those with cardiovascular or lung disease (ex: asthma) are especially at risk.

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