Wildfires and Smoke

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Description

Website with resources to learn more about wildfire smoke and how to reduce exposures.

Questions this resource can help answer

What are resources that can help the public reduce exposures to wildfire smoke?

Where can I find resources on wildfire smoke available in multiple languages?

How do I use this resource?

Website with a wide variety of resources to reduce exposures to wildfire smoke and ash. Basic information on ways to stay informed about smoke is provided at the top of the webpage, including ways to sign up for alerts. This is followed by a section on health threats including recommendations for specific populations at risk. Following that are sections on wildfire evacuation resources, and for recovery from wildfires. At the end of the page, there are fact sheets and FAQs. Fact sheets are available in multiple languages. To the right of the main web page, there are several helpful videos and downloadable infographics.

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