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State Fire Marshal’s Office issued air quality safety tips on July 13, 2026“Air Quality Awareness — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 23:22:48 +0000
July 13, 2026 Olympia – Exposure to wildfire smoke can lead to a range of health issues, particularly for sensitive groups such as children, the elderly, and individuals with pre-existing respiratory or cardiovascular conditions. The toxic gases and fine particles in smoke can exacerbate asthma, cause respiratory infections, and lead to other serious health problems. During wildfire season, be sure to check air quality before engaging in outdoor activities, especially if you are sensitive to pollutants and irritants. Check out resources such as the AirNow Fire and Smoke Map to get a real-time look at air quality in your area. The State Fire Marshal’s Office recommends the following tips: Use air filters in your home to ensure a safe space for respite from outside smoke. When outside, use a respirator to filter out smoke from the air. Pay attention to your health, and watch for symptoms of unsafe exposure such as wheezing, coughing, dizziness, headache, or shortness of breath. Keep track of fires near you so that you can adequately prepare yourself for potential air quality events. For more information, contact the State Fire Marshal’s Office at (360) 596-3904 . ### Release sent by Deputy State Fire Marshal Courtney Chambers The post Air Quality Awareness appeared first on Washington State Patrol .
Source: https://wsp.wa.gov/air-quality-awareness/”
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State Fire Marshal’s Office warned that wildfire smoke can cause health issues for children“Exposure to wildfire smoke can lead to a range of health issues, particularly for sensitive groups such as children, the elderly, and individuals with pre-existing respiratory or cardiovascular conditions.”
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State Fire Marshal’s Office warned that wildfire smoke can cause health issues for the elderly“Exposure to wildfire smoke can lead to a range of health issues, particularly for sensitive groups such as children, the elderly, and individuals with pre-existing respiratory or cardiovascular conditions.”
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State Fire Marshal’s Office warned that wildfire smoke can cause health issues for those with respiratory conditions“Exposure to wildfire smoke can lead to a range of health issues, particularly for sensitive groups such as children, the elderly, and individuals with pre-existing respiratory or cardiovascular conditions.”
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State Fire Marshal’s Office recommended using air filters indoors“Use air filters in your home to ensure a safe space for respite from outside smoke.”
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State Fire Marshal’s Office recommended using respirators outdoors“When outside, use a respirator to filter out smoke from the air.”
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State Fire Marshal’s Office recommended monitoring for symptoms like coughing“Pay attention to your health, and watch for symptoms of unsafe exposure such as wheezing, coughing, dizziness, headache, or shortness of breath.”
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State Fire Marshal’s Office recommended monitoring for symptoms like shortness of breath“Pay attention to your health, and watch for symptoms of unsafe exposure such as wheezing, coughing, dizziness, headache, or shortness of breath.”
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Washington State Patrol Chief John Batiste authorized state fire assistance for two wildfires on July 9 and July 8, 2026“Washington State Patrol Chief John Batiste authorized the mobilization of state firefighting resources on July 9, 2026, at 5:15 p.m. at the request of Fire Chief Brad Armstrong, Okanogan County Fire District 3.”
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B and O Fire was started July 9 at 2:14 p.m.“The B and O Fire started on July 9, 2026, at approximately 2:14 p.m.”
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B and O Fire is in Okanogan County“July 9, 2026 Okanogan County – State fire assistance has been mobilized under the Washington State Fire Services Resource Mobilization Plan in support of local firefighters working to contain the B and O Fire located in Okanogan County, near the town of Okanogan.”
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B and O Fire is 2,000 acres“This fire is estimated at 2,000 acres and growing.”
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B and O Fire is growing“This fire is estimated at 2,000 acres and growing.”
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B and O Fire has Level 2 and 3 evacuations in place“Level 2 and Level 3 evacuations are in effect at this time.”
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Ryegrass Coulee Fire was started July 8 at 4:51 p.m.“The Ryegrass Coulee Fire started on July 8, 2026, at approximately 4:51 p.m.”
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Ryegrass Coulee Fire is near Vantage“Ryegrass Coulee Fire located in Kittitas County, near Vantage.”
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Ryegrass Coulee Fire is 600 acres“This fire is estimated at 600 acres and growing.”
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Ryegrass Coulee Fire is growing“This fire is estimated at 600 acres and growing.”
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Ryegrass Coulee Fire has evacuations in place“Level 2 and Level 3 evacuations are in effect at this time.”
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Five wildland strike teams were ordered for the B and O Fire“Mobilization specialists from the Fire Protection Bureau have ordered five wildland strike teams to aid in containment efforts.”
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State Emergency Operations Center is at Level 2 activation for both firesNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.