CDHD Declares Smoke Emergency

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  The Chelan-Douglas Health District Board of Health declared a Wildfire Smoke and Hazardous Air Quality Emergency on August 6, 2026“Wenatchee, WA – August 6, 2026 – In response to hazardous wildfire smoke impacting air quality throughout Chelan and Douglas counties, the Chelan-Douglas Health District (CDHD) Board of Health has approved a resolution declaring a Wildfire Smoke and Hazardous Air Quality Emergency within the district's jurisdiction.”
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  The declaration is for Chelan and Douglas counties“Chelan-Douglas Health District Board Declares Smoke Emergency for Chelan and Douglas Counties”
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  The declaration recognizes health risks from prolonged wildfire smoke exposure“The declaration recognizes the significant health risks associated with prolonged exposure to wildfire smoke and supports coordinated community actions to protect the health and safety of residents, visitors, workers, and those participating in outdoor activities.”
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  The declaration provides guidance for event organizers, employers, and residentsNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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  Event organizers should consider AQI levels“AQI 101–150 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups) Sensitive populations should minimize time outdoors. Consider postponing or cancelling outdoor events involving children and other higher-risk groups. AQI 151–200 (Unhealthy) Everyone should minimize prolonged outdoor activity. Children's events should be moved indoors or postponed/cancelled. AQI 201 or Greater (Very Unhealthy/Hazardous) Outdoor public events should be moved indoors or postponed/cancelled. If indoor air quality cannot be maintained below an AQI of 201, individuals should relocate to a safer location with cleaner air.”
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  Event organizers should consider higher-risk populations“Event organizers should consider offering indoor alternatives, providing N95 respirators when appropriate, or cancelling events earlier when higher-risk populations are expected to attend.”
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  Event organizers should consider indoor alternatives“Event organizers should consider offering indoor alternatives, providing N95 respirators when appropriate, or cancelling events earlier when higher-risk populations are expected to attend.”
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  Residents are advised to limit outdoor activity“Limit outdoor activities and remain indoors whenever possible.”
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  Residents are advised to use HEPA air cleaners“Use portable HEPA air cleaners or high-efficiency HVAC filtration to improve indoor air quality.”
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  Residents are advised to seek clean air shelters like North Central Regional Library branches“North Central Regional Library (NCW Libraries) branches serve as clean air relief spaces.”
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  CDHD recommends actions based on Air Quality Index levels“Recommended Actions by Air Quality Index (AQI) AQI 101–150 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups) Sensitive populations should minimize time outdoors. Consider postponing or cancelling outdoor events involving children and other higher-risk groups. AQI 151–200 (Unhealthy) Everyone should minimize prolonged outdoor activity. Children's events should be moved indoors or postponed/cancelled. AQI 201 or Greater (Very Unhealthy/Hazardous) Outdoor public events should be moved indoors or postponed/cancelled. If indoor air quality cannot be maintained below an AQI of 201, individuals should relocate to a safer location with cleaner air.”
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  AQI 101–150 is Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups“AQI 101–150 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)”
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  AQI 151–200 is Unhealthy“AQI 151–200 (Unhealthy)”
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  AQI 201+ is Very Unhealthy/Hazardous“AQI 201 or Greater (Very Unhealthy/Hazardous) Outdoor public events should be moved indoors or postponed/cancelled. If indoor air quality cannot be maintained below an AQI of 201, individuals should relocate to a safer location with cleaner air.”