Officials in western P.E.I. warn residents to expect more smoke from solar farm fire
Officials in western P.E.I. have warned residents to anticipate increased smoke from a battery fire at a solar farm near Summerside. The blaze, which began almost a week ago, has been smoldering and producing toxic smoke. City officials have advised that residents experiencing sensitivity to smoke or respiratory conditions should limit outdoor activities.
Initial measures included a shelter-in-place order, voluntary evacuation notice, road closures, and school closures, though these have since been reduced. The Island’s chief public health officer, Dr. Heather Morrison, confirmed that air-quality monitoring results showed no significant health risks from the burning batteries.
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