Wildfire Smoke Dangers

Wildfire smoke contains harmful PM2.5 particles, which are tiny enough to penetrate deep into the lungs and bloodstream, leading to serious health issues like heart attacks and asthma attacks. With wildfire smoke being ten times more harmful than other pollution sources, monitoring air quality becomes crucial, especially for sensitive groups. If the air quality index is high, even those without pre-existing conditions may experience symptoms like sore throats and runny noses.