Wildfires in Canada and current weather conditions are bringing wildfire smoke into our region. Health effects from wildfire smoke or PM2.5 exposure include respiratory symptoms and effects, irritation of the eyes and respiratory tract, cardiovascular effects. Poor air quality may increase visits and calls to doctor’s offices, visits to emergency departments, urgent care centers, and hospitalizations. Please review the attached Pennsylvania Department of Health Alert for more detailed information. The website www.airnow.gov or AirNow mobile app can provide additional information.

attachment PENNSYLVANIA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH 2023– PAHAN –702-06-07-ADV – Air Quality Alert – Wildfire Smoke