more than 300 wildfires are burning across the province, environment canada says hot, dry conditions are continuing in central and south b.c., and the b.c. environment ministry is warning everyone who may be exposed to smoky conditions, particularly older adults, those who are pregnant and those who are immune-compromised or have health conditions to exercise caution and limit outdoor activity if breathing becomes uncomfortable or causes a person to feel unwell.
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a peer-reviewed article in environment international said maternal exposure to wildfire during late pregnancy is linked to reduced birth weight and preterm birth, and according to the u.s.
environmental protection agency , fine or microscopic particles from smoke can penetrate deep into the lungs and cause a range of health problems to anyone exposed, including burning eyes and a runny nose, to aggravation of chronic heart and lung diseases.