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Idaho’s Smoky Crisis and How to Stay Safe | Boise News
Boise and much of Idaho choked on dangerously polluted air last Monday and Tuesday, with air quality indexes soaring past 200—bad enough for everyone, not just those with respiratory issues, to stay indoors and avoid outdoor exposure. Officials issued burn bans across 35 of 44 counties to curb smoke, while HEPA filters and N95 masks offer critical protection indoors and out. With smoke lingering through late September and drifting from Oregon wildfires, experts urge Idahoans to monitor local forecasts and stay alert as dry August conditions could fuel more smoke. Listen in comfort:Get a…
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