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Wildfire Smoke Threatens Mid-Ohio Valley | Parkersburg News
Wildfire smoke from Canada is blanketing the Mid-Ohio Valley, and doctors are sounding the alarm—especially for those with pre-existing lung or heart conditions. Pulmonologist Dr. Roshen Mathew urges residents to monitor the air quality index: stay indoors and seal windows when it hits 150+, and avoid all outdoor exposure if it climbs above 300. Use HEPA filters and N95 masks for protection, not cloth or surgical masks. This region’s higher rates of chronic lung disease and smoking make locals more vulnerable, along with hazardous materials in the air. Symptoms start mild—eye or throat…
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