Smoke-Ready Toolbox for Wildfires
Smoke from wildfires in the United States is adversely affecting air quality and potentially putting more people at health risk from smoke exposure. EPA, the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) and other federal, state and community agencies and organizations are working together to identify ways the public can prepare to reduce their health risk before a wildfire. Public health officials and others can use the resources in the Smoke-Ready Toolbox to help educate people about the risks of smoke exposure and actions they can take to protect their health.
Health Professionals
Wildfire Smoke and COVID-19 Resources
- CDC: Wildfire Smoke and COVID-19
- CDC: Wildfire Smoke and COVID-19 Considerations for Cleaner Air Shelters/Spaces
- Interim Guidance for General Population Disaster Shelters During the COVID-19 Pandemic
- FAQs for Wildland Firefighters
- Environmental Health Assessment Form for Disaster Shelters
Indoor Air Quality and COVID-19
Featured Resources
Video - Wildfire Smoke: A Guide for Public Health Officials
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