From UUC's Climate Action Team (CAT)

Increased wildfires and smoke are unfortunate byproducts of climate change in our region, especially during years with reduced snowpack in the mountains (such as this one).  Some current weather forecasts are predicting winds from the northeast, and if this happens we can expect smoke from wildfires in eastern British Columbia and Washington to impact our air quality in Seattle.

Last week's CAT article on Air Quality included info on an air quality app for phone or computer, and on an inexpensive device you can make to filter the smoke particles from indoor air.

If you must be outside during times with forest fire smoke, consider wearing a well-fitting N95 or KN95 mask. The Climate Action Team encourages you to read about appropriate masks, and about how to minimize air quality risks to your health, at this CDC site https://www.cdc.gov/wildfires/safety/how-to-safely-stay-safe-during-a-wildfire.html or this City of Seattle site https://www.seattle.gov/wildfire-smoke-safety