Camping is a great way to enjoy the outdoors, connect with nature, and make the most of the warm summer weather. However, the heat and dryness of summer also increases the risk of wildfires. Watch the short video below for helpful and important tips on how to camp responsibly. Eighty-five percent of Washington's wildfires are caused by people, so taking precautions when handling campfires in our state parks and forests can help prevent them from starting accidentally.  

When wildfires occur, they produce smoke that can impact our community's air quality. This creates an unhealthy outdoor environment for everyone—especially those at higher risk of severe illness from smoke exposure, such as children, older adults, and pregnant people. Let's all do our part to prevent wildfires this season and find ways to enjoy scary stories and smore's by the fire safely!  

For more tips on how to help prevent wildfires, visit: https://ow.ly/3FnF50WATuf

Find additional resources and information about wildfires at: https://ow.ly/IXwp50WATvC 
 
Check our community’s current air quality or Air Quality Index (AQI) at: https://ow.ly/llk850WATww