Province issues air quality advisories for Vernon, Lavington

Nov 9, 2018 | 1:04 PM

VERNON, B.C. — Air quality advisories have been issued for Vernon and Lavington.

The Ministry of Environment says it’s due to high concentrations of fine particulates, caused by wood smoke (wood stoves and/or open burning), and emissions from industry and vehicles.

Meteorologist Graham Veale says the conditions are expected to continue until there is a change in the weather.

“Persons with chronic underlying medical conditions should postpone strenuous exercise until the advisory is lifted,” says Veale.