SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) — An air quality advisory was issued Tuesday for the Bay Area as smoke from wildfires burning in Oregon and Washington is expected to drift into the region. The advisory is set to continue through Wednesday, according to the Bay Area Air District.
“Smoky, hazy skies may be visible, the smell of smoke is possible and air quality may become unhealthy at times on Tuesday and Wednesday,” the Air District wrote. “Conditions can change rapidly and the amount and location of smoke at ground level is hard to predict.”
Air quality officials said exposure to wildfire smoke, even for a short period of time, is unhealthy. The smoke contains fine particles from burning trees and buildings as well as other harmful pollutants. Wildfire smoke can make anyone sick, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, with children, pregnant women, and people with chronic conditions such as asthma or diabetes at an increased risk.
“If possible, and temperatures allow, stay inside with windows and doors closed until smoke levels subside,” the Air District wrote. “Residents can also reduce their exposure to smoke by setting their car vent systems to re-circulate to prevent outside air from moving inside. If smoke is impacting your area, the use of indoor air filtration or going to a Clean Air Center or other location with filtered air, such as a library or mall, can also help reduce smoke exposure.”…