From donning N95 masks to making DIY air filters, here’s some of the best advice from West Coast dwellers on how to deal with wildfire smoke and dangerous air quality levels:
Social media was filled with tips for Easterners, from donning N95 masks to making DIY air filters. "Welcome to hell," one woman posted.Ed Jones / AFP - Getty ImagesLOS ANGELES — The strange and unexpected arrival of smoky skies in the eastern U.S. has residents scrambling to confront what many West Coast dwellers have been forced to live with for decades.
Wearing masks, avoiding strenuous exercise and using steam to clear respiratory systems are among the recommendations from people who have been there and done that.
Sacramento Bee opinion writer Robin Epley suggested wearing a mask and staying inside as much as possible. Author and California resident Megan O'Keefe suggested drinking more water than usual and avoiding strenuous exercise. She's right,Writer Dani Burlison had some good tips for staying healthy, giving your lungs a break and making your bathroom smell wonderful.
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