Ottawa faces air quality warnings due to wildfire smoke

Environment Canada has issued an air quality warning for Ottawa as smoky skies impact the region. The Ontario Humane Society (OHS) is emphasizing the importance of emergency preparedness for both people and pets during natural disasters.

As wildfires are expected to become more intense and frequent in future summers, the OHS is working to ensure community readiness. The organization highlighted the necessity of centralized efforts in the humane movement to provide timely assistance to animals and their owners during crises, citing recent community support efforts in Winnipeg as a model for managing increasing disaster pressures.