Good news! The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has lifted the air quality advisory for Jackson, Josephine, Douglas and Curry counties due to improving conditions. Smoke from area wildfires is moving out because of a new weather system that will push smoke east. Please continue to keep an eye on the air quality index in the coming days because air conditions could change.
Be Smoke Aware
Smoke levels can change rapidly depending on weather.
Be aware of smoke in your area and avoid places with the highest levels.
When air quality improves to moderate or healthy (yellow or green on the Air Quality Index), open windows and doors to air out homes and businesses.
If you have a breathing plan for a medical condition, be sure to follow it and keep any needed medications refilled.
Wear a NIOSH Approved Respirator
Cloth, dust and surgical masks don’t protect from the harmful particles in smoke. N95 or P100 respirators approved by NIOSH may offer protection, but they must be properly selected and worn. Select a NIOSH-approved respirator with a N, R or P alongside the number 95, 99 or 100. Learn how to put on and use a respirator. Respirators won’t work for children as they don’t come in children’s sizes. People with heart or lung conditions should consult their health care provider before wearing a respirator.