Air Quality Advisory Active for Jackson County

Medford, Oregon- The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Pollution Advisory…in effect until 2 PM Thursday.

A wildfire burning in the region combined with forecast conditions will cause air quality levels to fluctuate and could be at unhealthy levels.

The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality issued an air quality advisory for Jackson County due to smoke from the Salt Creek Fire. DEQ also expects other areas of the state may see intermittent smoke from ongoing large wildfires.

Smoke levels can change rapidly depending on the weather. Smoke can irritate the eyes and lungs and worsen some medical conditions. People most at risk include infants and young children, people with heart or lung disease, older adults and pregnant people.

Keep windows and doors closed. If its too hot, run air conditioning on recirculate or consider moving to a cooler location. 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. When air quality improves to moderate or healthy, open windows and doors to air out homes and businesses. If you have a breathing plan for a medical condition, be sure to follow it and keep any needed medications refilled.

For additional information…please visit the web site at https://oregonsmoke.org