Wildfire Smoke and Asthma: What Families Can Do Now (and When to Get Help)
Wildfire smoke can irritate airways and trigger asthma symptoms—especially in children, older adults, and people with lung or heart conditions. The good news: you can make a simple “smoke plan” around air quality (AQI), cleaner indoor air, and the right kind of particle protection. This guide walks you through what to do before smoke gets bad, how to reduce exposure at home (including MERV 13 filtration), what to watch for in kids and other higher-risk family members, and the plain-language danger signs that mean it’s time to call for emergency help.
