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When I started off composing this article, with Prof. John Wenger, for The Conversation UK, I had, incorrectly, assumed that use of wood-burning stoves is primarily driven by need.
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Wood-burning stoves are a serious problem for your health – and the environment
People who use solid fuel stoves as a secondary source of heating could consider stopping its use altogether. That really would be a breath of fresh air.
theconversation.com
January 26, 2025 at 6:52 AM
Over the next few days, the air quality may be impacted by smoke from wildfires burning in northern Ontario and the Prairies .
www.airqualityontario.com/aqhi/today.p....
Learn more, including who is at higher risk and how to protect your health at OttawaPublicHealth.ca/OutdoorAirPollution
www.airqualityontario.com
June 3, 2025 at 6:08 PM
When air quality is poor, stop or reduce your activity level if breathing becomes uncomfortable or you/someone in your care feels unwell. If you experience symptoms, seek medical attention.
OttawaPublicHealth.ca/OutdoorAirPollution
August 2, 2025 at 7:52 PM
Special Air Quality Statement in effect due to wildfire smoke - poor air quality and reduced visibility expected this afternoon, evening and may continue through the weekend.
Check the Air Quality Health Index (AQHI) on the WeatherCAN app OttawaPublicHealth.ca/OutdoorAirPollution
August 2, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Learn more, including who is at higher risk and how to protect your health at OttawaPublicHealth.ca/OutdoorAirPollution
Outdoor Air Pollution
OttawaPublicHealth.ca
June 3, 2025 at 5:46 PM