Wildfire Smoke And Allergies At Home
Understanding Wildfire Smoke and Its Components Wildfire smoke is a complex mixture of gases and fine particles released when organic matter burns. It contains a variety of substances, including carbon…
Wildfires And Emotional Health
Understanding the Psychological Impact of Wildfires Experiencing a wildfire can be traumatic, leaving lasting psychological impacts on affected individuals. Survivors often face anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) as…
Tick Season Expected to Be Worse Than Ever
As we move into the warmer months of 2024, experts are warning that this tick season could be the worst in years. With tick populations on the rise and their…
Indoor Ventilation Strategies During Wildfires
Understanding the Risks: Indoor Air Quality During Wildfires Wildfires can lead to severe degradation of indoor air quality due to the infiltration of smoke particles into homes and buildings, which…
How Cities are Adapting to Heatwaves
Understanding the Growing Trend of Urban Heatwaves Urban heatwaves are becoming increasingly common due to climate change. As well as this, the physical strain on infrastructure like buildings and roads…