Wildfire smoke drifting into Oregon’s Willamette Valley is turning a distant fire into an immediate indoor air problem for households, including those far from the flames.
Officials say residents should concentrate on keeping smoky outdoor air from entering their homes.
Here’s what to know
According to KVAL News, air quality in the Willamette Valley has significantly worsened after smoke from the Austin Fire in Clackamas County spread into Lane County.
As of September 4, the Austin Fire has burned over 12,600 acres and is only 21% contained. It was also recently determined to have been human-caused, per FOX 12…