Wildfire smoke in Chatham. June 28, 2023. (Photo by Matt Weverink)
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Smoke causes special air quality statements across southern Ontario

A special air quality statement has been issued for communities across southern Ontario.

Wildfire smoke is drifting into Windsor, Chatham-Kent, and Lambton County.

The smoke is expected to linger around throughout Sunday and possibly into Monday.

Environment Canada is encouraging people in the area to limit their time outside.

Those who stay outside for long periods of time may experience eye, nose, and throat irritation, headaches, or a mild cough. More serious symptoms include wheezing, chest pains, and severe cough.

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Owen Sound Library session gets cyclists ready to roll

Dust off those handlebars and pump up those tires because cycling season is officially upon us! If your trusty two-wheeler is looking a bit more "rusty" than "ready," the Owen Sound & North Grey Union Public Library has just the thing to get you back on the road safely.