Seattle's air quality is currently unhealthy for sensitive groups.
SEATTLE — According to AirNow.gov, Seattle air is currently marked as unhealthy for sensitive groups as wildfire smoke continues to settle overhead.
Smoke from Washington and Oregon wildfires will continue to roll into Seattle over the coming days, however, the air quality is supposed to slightly improve.suggests that you follow these steps:. When a wildfire occurs in your area, watch for news or health warnings about smoke. Pay attention to public health messages and take extra safety measures such as avoiding spending time outdoors..
Follow your doctor’s advice about medicines and about your respiratory management plan if you have asthma or another lung disease or cardiovascular disease. Paper “comfort” or “dust” masks commonly found at hardware stores trap large particles, such as sawdust. These masks will not protect your lungs from smoke. An “N95″ mask, properly worn, will offer some protection.
. Wildfires and prescribed burns—fires that are set on purpose to manage land—can create smoky conditions. Before you travel to a park or forest, check to see if any wildfires are happening or if any prescribed burns are planned.
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