We’re closely monitoring the wildfire situation in northern Manitoba, including the state of emergency in Flin Flon. While Dauphin is not currently at risk, smoke may affect air quality over the coming days.
🚴 The event is still on! We’re excited for the weekend and will continue watching air quality forecasts. If anything changes, we’ll update you right away.
🌫 Be prepared: Shifting winds could bring smoke into the area, which may impact those with respiratory sensitivities.
✅ What we’re doing:
- Tracking updates from Environment Canada and Public Health.
- Finalizing contingency plans.
- Sharing real-time updates via email and social media.
🩺 What you can do:
- Check the AQHI (https://weather.gc.ca/airquality/pages/provincial_summary/mb_e.html).
- Listen to your body and take breaks if needed.
- Bring a mask if you’re smoke-sensitive.
- Stay hydrated.
We’ll send another update Friday morning with the latest info. Thanks for being part of our cycling community — here’s to a safe and memorable weekend!
-Manitoba Cycling Association