How to protect yourself from poor air quality during wildfire season

How to protect yourself from poor air quality during wildfire season

Experts recommend N95 respirator masks to reduce exposure to airborne particulate pollution. AUSTIN, Texas — Wildfire season has already impacted several areas of Central Texas.  The constant abundance of wildfire smoke can lead to poorer air quality. When dealing with poor outdoor conditions, staying inside and maintaining good indoor air quality should be a top priority. Dr. Nikki Vars McCullough, of 3M’s Personal Safety Division, said when the air outside is unhealthy or poor, it’s…

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'Dine with Maui': Austinites unite to support wildfire victims during Saturday event

'Dine with Maui': Austinites unite to support wildfire victims during Saturday event

Dozens of Austin-based restaurants agreed to donate a portion of their proceeds Saturday to the Maui Food Bank as part of the event. AUSTIN, Texas — More than 3,000 miles away, the foodie community rallied together to help fundraise for those impacted by the wildfire in Maui.  Dozens of Austin-based restaurants agreed to donate a portion of their proceeds Saturday to the Maui Food Bank for an event called “Dine with Maui“. “It honestly means…

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Wildfires burn in Washington state, Western Canada

Wildfires burn in Washington state, Western Canada

All of British Columbia was placed under a state of emergency Saturday as several wildfires burned across the Canadian province, forcing 30,000 people to evacuate. A large wildfire also forced the evacuation of the city of Yellowknife in Canada’s Northwest Territories. In Washington state, a wildfire has destroyed dozens of structures near Spokane.

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