This site is an effort by county, state, tribal, and federal agencies to coordinate and aggregate information for Idaho communities affected by wildfire smoke. The information is posted here by the agencies themselves.
Idaho Smoke Map
Idaho Smoke Map Legend
Friday, June 17, 2022
DEQ Smoke Forecasting
Thursday, June 16, 2022
Minimize Your Smoke Exposure
Strategies to Minimize Smoke Exposure
Wednesday, June 15, 2022
How to Check Air Quality and Find Smoke Information
Use Reliable Sources for Air Quality Information
Smoke can move into your area quickly. Check the air quality often and use reliable sources like EPA’s Fire and Smoke Map, DEQ’s Real-Time Monitoring Map, or the Air Idaho app.
For more resources click here.
Tuesday, June 14, 2022
Smoke and Your Health
Smoke Is Harmful!
Smoke is harmful to your health! Mild symptoms include irritation of your eyes, nose and throat. If you’ve got heart or lung disease, check with your health care provider for ways you can protect yourself!
Download the Air Idaho app from Google Play or the Apple Store so you can have easy access to air quality information wherever you are!
For more resources click here.
Monday, June 13, 2022
Smoke Particles Travel Far!
Smoke Can Travel Thousands of Miles
Did you know wildfire smoke contains tiny harmful particles many times smaller than a single strand of hair?! Or that smoke can travel thousands of miles from a wildfire to your lungs? Particles in smoke from any fire – near or far- are dangerous to your health. Check air quality daily and take steps to protect yourself from smoke impacts!
Check the EPA Smoke Ready Toolbox For Wildfires for more information and check here for more air quality and smoke resources.
Friday, June 10, 2022
Smoke Ready Week on the Horizon!
Smoke Ready Week is Coming!
Next week is Smoke Ready Week in Idaho and we’re teaming up with Idaho Health and Welfare to help you get ready for smoke impacts from wildfires. Follow along as we talk about smoke, air quality, and actions you can take to be aware and prepared! Watch the world premiere of “The Toxic Office” now!