British Columbia's provincial government distributes complimentary N95 masks to residents coping with persistent wildfire smoke across the Interior region. While evacuees benefit from improved air quality conditions, returning residents face challenges from ongoing smoke exposure. This public health initiative aims to protect vulnerable populations and ensure respiratory safety during the extended wildfire season, providing essential protective equipment to communities affected by deteriorating air quality and smoke-related health concerns.

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