Smoke Emergency Declared in Chelan, Douglas Counties

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  The Chelan-Douglas Health District Board 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 was for Chelan and Douglas counties“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 recognizes health risks from prolonged 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 urges event organizers to reconsider outdoor activities“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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  The declaration urges event organizers to reconsider outdoor activities, especially for high-risk groups including children“Event organizers should consider offering indoor alternatives, providing N95 respirators when appropriate, or cancelling events earlier when higher-risk populations are expected to attend. Higher-risk populations include: Infants, children, and adolescents (especially children under age 5)”
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  The declaration urges event organizers to reconsider outdoor activities, especially for high-risk groups including seniors“Event organizers should consider offering indoor alternatives, providing N95 respirators when appropriate, or cancelling events earlier when higher-risk populations are expected to attend. Higher-risk populations include: Infants, children, and adolescents (especially children under age 5) Adults over age 65 Pregnant individuals People with asthma, COPD, heart disease, or other chronic medical conditions People who smoke Outdoor workers Individuals with limited access to healthcare People experiencing homelessness or unstable housing Individuals with low socioeconomic status Members of racial and ethnic minority populations People with disabilities”
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  The declaration urges event organizers to reconsider outdoor activities, especially for high-risk groups including those with preexisting conditions“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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  The declaration provides specific air quality guidelines“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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  The declaration recommends indoor alternatives when AQI reaches 151 or higherNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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  CDHD advises residents to monitor air quality“Monitor local air quality conditions before spending time outdoors.”
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  CDHD advises residents to limit outdoor time“Limit outdoor activities and remain indoors whenever possible.”
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  CDHD advises residents to use HEPA filters“Use portable HEPA air cleaners or high-efficiency HVAC filtration to improve indoor air quality.”
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  CDHD advises residents to seek clean air shelters at North Central Regional Library branches during smoke events“North Central Regional Library (NCW Libraries) branches serve as clean air relief spaces.”