Saskatoon settles in for day 2 of heavy forest fire smoke

For the second day, smoke from northern forest fires isturningthe morning sky over Saskatoona soupy grey.

Surreal, yes. Oddly beautiful, with the sun hanging like aglowing orange ball.But also dangerous.

Environment Canada said air quality is poor because of the thick smoke.

MD Ambulance is advising people with asthma or other breathing ailments to stay indoors and keep the doors and windows shut. People with air conditionersshould set them on recirculate.

The Saskatchewan Lung Association offers a similar message.

The smoky air can trigger asthma attacks, start chest discomfort, wheezing and shortness of breath. The association cautions that dust masks will not filter out fine smoke particles.

Young children and the elderly are those most likely to be affected.