Alberta wildfire smoke making its way into Saskatchewan
Smoke from the raging fire in Fort McMurray has moved into Saskatchewan, producing low visibility in some areas.
Environment Canada issuedspecial air quality statements for several areas in the northwest part of the province.
As of 10 a.m. Thursday, the following areas are at risk:
- Green Lake
- R.M. of Beaver River including Pierceland and Goodsoil
- R.M. of Big River including Big River and Chitek Lake
- R.M. of Loon Lake including Loon Lake and Makwa
- R.M. of Meadow Lake including Waterhen Res.
- Buffalo Narrows and Peter Pond Lake
- Île à la Crosse and Beauval