AIR QUALITY ADVISORY FROM THE OREGON DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY FOR Baker, Harney, and Malheur Counties

* WHAT...High concentration of smoke particulates from wildfire smoke.

* WHERE...Baker, Harney, and Malheur Counties.

* WHEN...UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.

* IMPACTS...Smoke can irritate the eyes, lungs and worsen some medical conditions. People most at risk to adverse health effects include infants, young children, people with heart or lung disease, older adults, and pregnant women.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Smoke levels can change rapidly depending on weather. Check current conditions on the Oregon Smoke Information Blog, DEQ's Air Quality Index, or by downloading the free OregonAIR app on your smartphone.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

* Stay inside if possible. Keep windows and doors closed.

* Avoid strenuous outdoor activity.

* Use high efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters in indoor ventilation systems or portable air purifiers.

* Be aware of smoke in your area and avoid places with the highest levels.

* If you have heart or lung disease, or asthma, follow your healthcare provider's advice.

For current Oregon air quality conditions, please visit: https://aqi.oregon.gov

For additional information, please visit: https://www.oregon.gov/deq close

AIR QUALITY ADVISORY FROM THE OREGON DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY FOR Baker, Harney, and Malheur Counties

* WHAT...High concentration of smoke particulates from wildfire smoke.

* WHERE...Baker, Harney, and Malheur Counties.

* WHEN...UNTIL NOON PDT WEDNESDAY.

* IMPACTS...Smoke can irritate the eyes, lungs and worsen some medical conditions. People most at risk to adverse health effects include infants, young children, people with heart or lung disease, older adults, and pregnant women.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Smoke levels can change rapidly depending on weather. Check current conditions on the Oregon Smoke Information Blog, DEQ's Air Quality Index, or by downloading the free OregonAIR app on your smartphone.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

* Stay inside if possible. Keep windows and doors closed.

* Avoid strenuous outdoor activity.

* Use high efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters in indoor ventilation systems or portable air purifiers.

* Be aware of smoke in your area and avoid places with the highest levels.

* If you have heart or lung disease, or asthma, follow your healthcare provider's advice.

For current Oregon air quality conditions, please visit: https://aqi.oregon.gov

For additional information, please visit: https://www.oregon.gov/deq close

AIR QUALITY ADVISORY FROM THE OREGON DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY FOR Baker County

* WHAT...High concentration of smoke particulates from wildfire smoke.

* WHERE...Baker County.

* WHEN...UNTIL 11 AM PDT THIS MORNING.

* IMPACTS...Smoke can irritate the eyes, lungs and worsen some medical conditions. People most at risk to adverse health effects include infants, young children, people with heart or lung disease, older adults, and pregnant women.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Smoke levels can change rapidly depending on weather. Check current conditions on the Oregon Smoke Information Blog, DEQ's Air Quality Index, or by downloading the free OregonAIR app on your smartphone.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

* Stay inside if possible. Keep windows and doors closed.

* Avoid strenuous outdoor activity.

* Use high efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters in indoor ventilation systems or portable air purifiers.

* Be aware of smoke in your area and avoid places with the highest levels.

* If you have heart or lung disease, or asthma, follow your healthcare provider's advice.

For current Oregon air quality conditions, please visit: https://aqi.oregon.gov

For additional information, please visit: https://www.oregon.gov/deq close