Smoke - Forest Fires Affect Your Air Quality

What am I breathing?

The most harmful compounds pass through standard
air filters in Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning Systems.

The Effects of Wildfire

"Wildfire smoke is a mix of gases and fine particle from burning vegetation, building materials and other materials..."

"Smoke can hurt your eyes, irritate your respiratory system, and worsen chronic heart and lung disease..."

Is it Harmful?

"The number of human deaths from chronic inhalation of wildfire smoke could
increase to more than 40,000 per year by the end of the 21st century, up from
around 15,000 per year today. "

Particulate Matter and it's Impact on your Health

"Approximately 90% Of Total Particle Mass Emitted From Wildfires Consists Of
Fine Particles (Particles 2.5 µm in Diameter Or Smaller)… The effects of particulate
Matter Exposure Range From Eye And Respiratory Tract Infection, To More
Serious Disorders Including Reduced Lung Function, Bronchitis, Exacerbation Of
Asthma, Heart Failure, And Premature Death."