Air quality advisories for North Peace, Fort Nelson as wildfires burn in B.C., Alberta

Environment Canada says wildfire smoke from northern Alberta is causing poor air quality and reduced visibility in parts of northeastern British Columbia.

Special air quality advisories are in place for the North Peace region and Fort Nelson, B.C.

The weather service says wildfire smoke can be harmful and everyone should try to find a place where they can get clean, cool air.

More than 29,000 Albertans have been ordered to leave their homes in recent days due to dozens of wildfires.

2 out-of-control fires pose risks in B.C.

Crews are also battling two out-of-control wildfires of note in northeastern B.C.

Both the Red Creek and Boundary Lake fires pose a threat to property near Fort

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