DAILY AIR QUALITY FORECASTS BEGIN FOR THE PRAIRIES - CROSS CANADA NETWORK NOW COMPLETE

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OTTAWA, May 19, 2004 -- The Honourable David Anderson, Minister of the Environment, today announced a new same day air quality forecast for the Prairies, thereby completing a cross Canada air quality index network, part of the Government of Canada's 10 year Clean Air Agenda. "Air quality forecasts help Canadians make lifestyle choices that range from increasing one's personal comfort to safeguarding one's personal health," said Minister Anderson. "Canadians who are most susceptible to the health effects of air pollution need information on air quality so they can take measures to protect themselves." Calgary, Edmonton, Regina, Saskatoon and Winnipeg will now receive forecasts providing guidance on the expected air quality for the same day and the next day. The forecast will be expressed as a numerical index reflecting the concentration of ground-level ozone, as well as the categories good, fair or poor. The provincial reporting of current conditions will be complemented by the new availability of forecast information. This announcement meets the Government of Canada's commitment, made in 2001, to have a national air quality smog forecast program in place by 2004 so as to provide Canadians with access to air quality information enabling them to make informed decisions about their health. Media are now being equipped with daily air quality forecasts and are encouraged to include this in their regular broadcasts. Related Document: Air Quality Index [Backgrounder, 2004-05-19] For more information, please contact: Brian Wiens Air Pollution Meteorologist Environment Canada (780) 951-8799

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