Wildfire Smoke

wildfire smoke along the Canadian Rockies

Wildfire Smoke

The BCCDC Wildfire Smoke website provides guidance on protecting public health from wildfire smoke exposure. It covers who is most at risk, including children, older adults, and individuals with respiratory or heart conditions, and explains health effects such as respiratory irritation and worsening chronic conditions. The website also details strategies for reducing smoke exposure, including staying indoors, using HEPA filters, and monitoring air quality advisories. Additional resources include information on face masks and N95 respirators, guidance for outdoor workers, and recommendations for creating clean air spaces at home and in community settings. The page also provides several wildfire-related fact sheets in multiple languages.

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 British Columbia Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC) 

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Website

Topic

Air Quality
Smoke
Wildfire

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