With Wildfires Sweeping State Comes The Threat From Smoke Inhalation
Make sure to pay attention to itchy eyes, coughing and wheezing.
Sacramento Bee:
Wine Country CA Fires Causing Respiratory Problems In Sacramento Region
What's the air quality like in neighborhoods around the Sacramento region? Here’s a look at what filters in local air quality districts are reporting. (Anderson, 10/10)
Orange County Register:
Warning Issued For Risk Of ‘Unhealthy’ Air Quality As Canyon Fire 2 Rages On
As firefighters continued to battle a ferocious wildfire, area residents said they were struggling to deal with poor air quality. While most schools in the area were closed as a result of Canyon Fire 2, which had burned 7,500 acres as of early Tuesday afternoon, several remained open Tuesday leaving parents confused and conflicted. (Bharath, 10/10)
Orange County Register:
How To Prepare For An Emergency Evacuation And What To Take With You
As the Canyon Fire 2 continues to burn in Anaheim Hills, and other fires ravage Northern California, now is a good time to consider your emergency and evacuation preparedness. Preparation is important, safety experts say, when it comes to taking the edge off anxieties and also lessening the blow if tragedy happens. (Tedford and Sproul, 10/10)