Alerts:  Nov. 12, 2024: Pertussis (whooping cough) outbreak confirmed in Spokane County. SRHD urges parents and pregnant people to vaccinate. Read the press release.

Understanding Wildfire Smoke

Wildfire Smoke and Air Quality

Updated June 16, 2023

This video was originally published in June 2023 during Smoke Ready Week. Health Officer Dr. Francisco Velázquez is joined by Spokane Regional Clean Air Agency’s Communications and Outreach Manager Lisa Woodard to talk about the health effects of wildfire smoke and take a look at how wildfire smoke has impacted Spokane County over the last decade. You can also get tips on how to keep yourself and loved ones safe when wildfire smoke moves into our region.