Emergency Preparedness Insights
Kim discusses how the pandemic prompted a more coordinated response to wildfires, highlighting the importance of collaboration between public health and emergency management. With shelters already established for COVID, they were able to adapt quickly, addressing the complexities of evacuations and health concerns. Despite a surge in asthma-related emergencies due to smoke, hospitals remained stable, showcasing the resilience of the healthcare system in the face of dual crises.In this clip
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When Wildfire Season Collides with the Pandemic
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