September 09-11,
2022
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Date: September 09, 2022
Contact: Shasta County Air Quality Management District, 530-225-5674
SHASTA COUNTY – The Shasta County Air Quality Management District (District) is advising Shasta County residents, to remain aware of potential smoke impacts due to several wildfires burning in multiple regions in California and Oregon. This weekend, winds may transport varying amounts of wildfire smoke into populated areas of Shasta County, especially low lying areas in the morning hours. Certain areas may experience higher concentrations of smoke based on proximity to wildfires, time of day, topography and current weather conditions.
All members of the public, especially those with respiratory or heart disease, the elderly, pregnant women, and children should remain alert, and if necessary, reduce or avoid all outdoor exertion when wildfire smoke is present. Everyone else should limit prolonged exertion in areas of noticeable smoke accumulation. All individuals are urged to use proper judgement when planning activities. Individuals wishing to minimize their exposure should:
The District, California Air Resources Board (CARB), and the EPA highly recommend using the EPA’s Fire & Smoke Map (https://fire.airnow.gov) for air quality smoke impacts and current AQI information. Although there are alternative websites with similar information, this website provides the best information for viewing smoke maps, deployed PM2.5 wildfire monitors, and corrected sensor information. The District website also provides links to the latest and most accurate information available on wildfire smoke impacts and how to protect yourself from smoke.
For additional information and updates, you may visit the Shasta County Air Quality Management District Wildfire Smoke Webpage or call 530-225-5674.
Additional safety tips can be found by going to Shasta County Health And Human Services Protect yourself from wildfire smoke webpage.
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