Area wide observations of smoke, a haze, and/or a general burning odor throughout Chester and Montgomery County have been received this evening. Based on reports from the US National Weather Service Philadelphia/Mount Holly, the cause is believed to be smoke moving into our area from wildfires in Canada.

To our residents: we urge you to use your best judgment when deciding to call 9-1-1 to report conditions such as those described above this evening. However, if you are unsure of whether or not you need the fire department to respond, as always, we encourage you to call or text 9-1-1.