Protect Children from Wildfires, Smoke, and Volcanic Ash

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This webpage is about keeping children safe during wildfires and volcanic ash events. It describes how smoke from wildfires can harm children's health, especially those with asthma or allergies. It gives tips on staying indoors, using air filters, and wearing masks to protect against smoke. For volcanic ash, it advises staying inside and cleaning up carefully to avoid breathing in harmful particles. The text also includes guidelines for schools on maintaining indoor air quality during these events and offers resources for more information on protecting children's health in such situations.

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Focus Area: Natural Disasters

Audiences: Emergency Managers; EMS Clinicians; Families & Children; Physicians; Public Health Professionals

Emergency Management Stages: Response; Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Child Health Services; Disaster Planning; Disasters; Natural Disasters; Respiratory Protective Devices; Volcanic Eruptions; Air Pollution, Indoor; Pediatric Emergency Medicine; Particulate Matter; Wildfires

Institutions: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

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The information provided on this website is for educational purposes only. It does not substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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