The Springfield Fire Rescue Division said people should not call 911 to report the general smell of smoke, as wildfires from Canada cloud the skies.
The widespread smoky appearance and general burning odor are associated with this regional air-quality event and do not necessarily indicate a nearby fire.
"Please do not call 911 solely to report the general outdoor smell of smoke or widespread haze. This will help keep emergency lines and fire crews available for actual emergencies," the agency stated.
People should call emergency services if they see flames or smoke coming from a specific building.
In downtown Dayton, the Levitt Pavilion announced that both tonight’s and tomorrow night’s Levitt concerts are moving indoors to The Tank at Dayton Arcade. Chairs are provided, but coolers are not permitted. Space is limited.
"With current air quality alerts and thunderstorms expected across both evenings, our team has made the careful decision to move the concerts indoors," a post on the Levitt Pavilion Facebook page stated. "This is never a decision we take lightly. We consider the well-being of our artists, audience, volunteers, partners, and staff, and we believe this is the best way to keep the music going while looking out for everyone in our community."
The Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission and the Regional Air Pollution Control Agency have issued an Air Quality Alert for Sunday and Monday.
The alert is for all areas of Clark, Darke, Greene, Miami, Montgomery, Preble, and Shelby Counties.
Canadian wildfire smoke is expected to return to the Miami Valley, resulting in high PM 2.5 levels.
The Air Quality Index forecast for is 101 for Sunday and 105 for Monday.
Any reading at 101 or higher is considered "unhealthy for sensitive groups."
