Wildfire Air Quality Concerns Continue Across California: Camfil Resources for Healthy Lungs this Wildfire Season

Wildfires are currently raging across North America, with 56 large active wildfires reported by the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC) as of mid-September. In 2024 so far, a total of 37,133 have burned at least 7.3 million acres of land. Comparatively, the national 10-year average for this date is 44,515 fires and only 5.8 million acres burned.

While air pollution has reached unhealthy levels in the areas of Southern California where wildfires are currently burning, wildfire smoke can be carried thousands of miles away, impacting air quality in areas across the country. In recent weeks, air quality in the area surrounding the Great Lakes has been notably affected by wildfire smoke.

While many people assume that remaining indoors when outdoor air pollution levels are high is enough to protect their lungs from the dangers of poor air quality, indoor air quality (IAQ) is often affected by outdoor pollutants.

In this article, our team of air filtration experts has compiled some of our most salient resources on wildfire smoke and air quality.

How to Prepare for Wildfire Smoke

As wildfires become increasingly prevalent, it is imperative to understand how they can affect air quality and health, even in regions far removed from the fire source. In this article, Camfil’s Mark Davidson thoroughly examines the necessary steps individuals and property owners should take to safeguard themselves and their properties when wildfire smoke is present. Learn vital information for both...

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