Smoke from Canada Alerts Local Residents | Roanoke News

Lynchburg’s skies turned hazy from wildfires burning thousands of miles away in Canada, sparking frantic calls to the fire department—only to learn the smoke wasn’t local. Residents are now dealing with respiratory issues, especially those sensitive to smoke, so staying indoors is key. This global weather link reminds us to check on neighbors with asthma or other conditions. Firefighters still urge everyone to call if they spot smoke—false alarms are better than missing real fires. When the air’s bad, community care matters more than ever. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli...