Be #SmokeReady.
Prescribed fire is one of California’s most effective tools to prevent large, destructive wildfires. These planned burns are carefully managed to reduce smoke impacts and improve forest health—but any smoke can affect air quality.
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A recording of the October 9, 2025 Fire Adapted Communities webinar introducing the Smoke Ready Communities graphic is now available, along with links to the resources mentioned. A must watch for sure. buff.ly/FCHlIjE #WildfireSmoke #SmokeReady #FireScience
Join the Fire Adapted Communities Learning Network and Liz Walker, PhD for an informational webinar on October 9, 2025 centered all around smoke ready communities! Full details and registration information at buff.ly/PhyskN4 #SmokeReady
An Air Quality Alert is in effect for Chelan and Douglas Counties. Employers need to be #SmokeReady & protect workers from the dangers of breathing wildfire smoke.
https://Lni.wa.gov/WildfireSmoke
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#SmokeReady Week is June 9-13, 2025. #WildfireSmoke events aren’t just hard on your lungs—they can take a toll on your #MentalHealth too. When skies turn hazy, take care of yourself & check in on those around you. Your well-being matters—especially during stressful times. #BreatheEasy #CommunityCare
There is #smoke and there is #fire, but it’s what you don’t see from a #wildfire that can be the biggest threat to outdoor workers!
Employers-- make sure you’re #SmokeReady before the first spark ignites: Lni.wa.gov/safety-health/safety-topics/topics/wildfire-smoke
"Did you know? Fine particulate matter (PM2.5) represents the main health risk from wildfire smoke. It can infiltrate the lungs and cross the blood-brain barrier. PM2.5 particles are not visible to the human eye and can cause a wide range of health effects." Illustration of a PM2.5 air quality monitor with a dial pointing in the red section (high risk).
There are many protective measures you can take during wildfire smoke events to protect yourself from PM2.5 particles. 💨
Visit our website to learn more: donatemask.ca/shield-me-from-smoke/
#WildfireSmoke #WildfireSeason #Wildfires #SmokeReady #CanadianWildfires #MaskUp
Your best defense against wildfire smoke? Being #SmokeReady! 💪 Multnomah County Health has your simple S.M.O.K.E. plan for cleaner air & stronger health this season. Stay informed, Mitigate, Optimize, Keep a Plan, & Ease Your Mind. Get ready: multco.us/environmenta...
Today's #SmokeReadyWeek theme: Keep a Plan.
Smoke can travel hundreds of miles, or it can arrive suddenly from a nearby fire. Keep a plan this summer to make sure you have your essentials, and be sure to check in on loved-ones!
#SmokeReady #wawx #wawildfire
#SmokeReady Week is June 9-13, 2025. #WildfireSmoke can travel far and fast—even when the sky looks clear! Plan ahead by refilling medications, prepping essential gear, and creating an evacuation plan. A little preparation now can make a big difference later. #EmergencyPrep #AirQualityPlan
Stay #SmokeReady. Use AQI, weather forecasts, AirNow app and the Oregon Smoke Blog to stay informed about smoke conditions. Knowledge is power! Learn more at: www.multco.us/environmenta...
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How does a community get #SmokeReady? Leaders across Washington have the answers. Learn about 3 remarkable Ecology partners and their work helping others prepare for the dangers of wildfire smoke. ecology.wa.gov/blog/june-20...
We're in the middle of #SmokeReadyWeek, and you might be wondering why we do this in mid-June. Check out my first WA Smoke Blog post of the season where I dive into the typical timing of smoke season and which weather patterns are usually responsible.
#wawx #wawildfire #SmokeReady
The theme for Day 3 of #SmokeReadyWeek is Optimize Your Air. Check your HVAC filter. Gather supplies and designate somewhere in your home as a clean air room. Once smoke arrives, don't add pollutants to your air. #SmokeReady #wawx
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Smoke Ready Week is June 9-13, 2025. Improving your indoor air quality can significantly reduce your exposure to smoke. Simple actions like changing your filters regularly and using HEPA portable air cleaners can make a big difference. Let’s all take action to breathe cleaner air and be #SmokeReady
Day 2 of #SmokeReadyWeek focuses on minimizing exposure. How will you reduce your PM2.5 intake during smoke events? Consider purchasing N95 masks or a portable air cleaner. A DIY Filter Fan can also be effective! #wawx #SmokeReady
LEARN MORE ➡️ www.dnr.wa.gov/smoke
#SmokeReady Week is June 9-13, 2025. If you or someone you know is sensitive to air pollution or has a health condition, talk with your healthcare provider before wildfire season begins. You may benefit from using an #N95 respirator or other particulate mask during smoky conditions. #AirQuality
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#SmokeReady #TheAirWeBreathe #WildfireSmoke #AirQuality #Preparedness #BreatheEasy #CleanAirTips
The air we breathe has a big impact on our health and quality of life, especially during #wildfire season. With smoky skies becoming more common, it pays to be #SmokeReady.
This week, we’re breaking down 5 steps you can take to protect you and your loved ones when wildfire smoke is in the air.
Smoke clouds over a forest. Headline: What's in Smoke, What are the sources?
What's in smoke? From wildfires to wood stoves, understanding smoke sources is the first step to being #SmokeReady. Get ready for healthier air this wildfire season: multco.us/environmental-health-hazards/smoke-and-wildfire What's 1 step you're taking to get your home ready for wildfire smoke?
#SmokeReady Week kicks off today and now is the perfect time for employers to prepare for the upcoming wildfire season. Lni.wa.gov/safety-health/safety-topics/topics/wildfire-smoke
Here are my top #SmokeReady bookmarks for you this summer:
DNR Smoke Resources: www.dnr.wa.gov/smoke
Washington Smoke Blog: wasmoke.blogspot.com
AirNow Fire and Smoke Map: fire.airnow.gov
#wawx #wawildfire
Today kicks off #SmokeReadyWeek in Washinton, and Day 1 is all about Staying Informed! How will you monitor your air quality this summer? Want advice for picking out your own AQ sensor? Send my team an email: smoke@dnr.wa.gov.
#SmokeReady #wawx #wawildfire
Smoke Ready Week is June 9-13, 2025. Wildfire smoke can blow in quickly and linger. Stay a step ahead of poor air quality by checking daily forecasts & air quality indexes (AQI) from reliable sources like AirNow or your local health dept. buff.ly/LGrhqxq #SmokeReady #AirQuality #AQI #WildfireSmoke
With #wildfires increasing across the world, and borders never a protection from wildfire smoke, here are some tips to protect your children and family. #canadawildfires #smokeready #momsky
Wildfire season in Washington has the potential to be busy. In the first WA Smoke Blog post of 2025, we discuss why it's likely to be active and what it means for smoke. Check back for more on Monday as #SmokeReady week kicks off! #wawx #wawildfire
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With summer just around the corner, now is the time to prepare for what could be a long, dry, and smoky season for much of Washington state. #SmokeReady #wildfire
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