Reducing dust storms in Eastern Washington

• 2018

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This video highlights the health risks posed by dust storms in Washington. The video explains what happens during a dust storm and discusses safety measures people can take such as staying in your car, refraining from outdoor exercise, and covering your nose and mouth. It also discusses how preventing soil erosion can reduce the number of dust storms and emphasizes the importance of environmental conservation efforts.

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Focus Area: Severe Weather

Audiences: Families & Children; Public Health Professionals; Schools & Childcare Providers

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Agriculture; Air Pollution; Allergy and Immunology; Dust; Environmental Monitoring; Safety; Inhalation Exposure; Extreme Weather; Soil Erosion

Institutions: State of Washington

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