Smoke levels are currently UNHEALTHY everywhere, with some VERY UNHEALTHY levels along the King and Snohomish County border, especially nearer the fires. Smoke will likely linger today and into tomorrow, until a storm arrives on Fri/Sat that will clear it out.
Consider these options to limit your exposure:
- Check the air quality forecast
- Stay indoors as much as possible
- Wear an N95/KN95 mask when outdoors
- Limit vigorous physical activity
- Keep indoor air clean
- Call 9-1-1 if your health condition worsens around smoke
Tips for pets:
Animals also face challenges during the wildfire smoke season. Regional Animal Services of King County (RASKC) provides information for people to help their pets in emergencies, including summer heat and wildfires. As with humans, try to limit your pet’s outdoor activity when weather conditions are at their worst. Always make sure pets have plenty of cool water and shade available, and never leave a pet in a hot car. Check heat safety tips for pets for information. If you need to evacuate due to smoke or wildfire, have a plan to take your pet with you.
For more information, please see the King County website: https://kingcounty.gov/depts/health/environmental-health/toxins-air-quality/wildfire-smoke.aspx
Additional Resources:
- Flu Team Health Resource Page
- pscleanair.gov
- Air quality near Bellevue College Science Building, Bellevue
- alert.seattle.gov
- kingcounty.gov/wildfiresmoke
- How to improve indoor air at home (Español – Spanish)
- Sign up for poor air quality alerts
Last Updated October 20, 2022