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Smoke from the out-of-control wildfire near Ingolf, Ont., is seen from Caddy Lake in southeastern Manitoba on May 14. A Winnipeg store that sells fire, safety and first aid products says it's seen more demand for respirators and other fire safety gear since the wildfire season began in earnest earlier this month. (Caroline Barghout/CBC)

CBC Manitoba: How to protect yourself from wildfire smoke

June 9, 2025 — 

Air quality remains a concern across the country, as many wildfire continue to burn out of control.

Dr. Aaron Jattan is the Acting Chief Medical Officer for the Winnipeg Regional Health Authority and is an assistant professor in the Department of Family Medicine at the University of Manitoba.

He joined Faith Fundal to explain some of the best ways to protect yourself from wildfire smoke.

To listen to the entire conversation, please follow the link to CBC Manitoba Up to Speed.

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