Wildfire Smoke and Health Factsheets
These factsheets were developed to accompany the 2026 Wildfire Smoke: A Guide for Public Health Officials. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency collaborated with the American Veterinary Medical Association, California Air Resources Board, California Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment, U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Forest Service, and Western States Pediatric Environmental Health Specialty Units to develop this series of factsheets about a variety of smoke and health topics.
Learn more and download the full guide: Wildfire Smoke: A Guide for Public Health Officials.
Fact Sheets
| Topic | PDF Versions of the Factsheets |
|---|---|
| Prepare for Wildfire Smoke | |
| Wildfire Smoke and Health | |
| Reduce Your Smoke Exposure | |
| Protect Your Lungs from Smoke and Ash | |
| Protect Yourself from Smoke and Heat |
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| Protect Yourself from Ash | |
| At-Risk Groups of People | |
| Children's Health and Wildfires: A Resources for Families | |
| Protect Your Large Animals and Livestock From Wildfire Smoke | |
Using Air Quality Sensors for Smoke: What to Consider and Understanding Sensor Data |