Breathe Easy During Wildfire Smoke | Santa Fe News

Wildfire smoke isn’t just a hazy inconvenience—it’s a health hazard packed with tiny particles that can trigger headaches, breathing trouble, and more. When smoke blankets cities for days, like from Canadian fires across the U.S., staying indoors and cleaning your air becomes critical. Upgrade your AC filters to MERV 13+, run the fan constantly, seal vents, and consider portable HEPA filters (avoid ozone-producing ones). Even DIY box fan filters with furnace filters work surprisingly well. For window or portable ACs, pair them with air purifiers or DIY filters, and seal gaps to block outside air. Avoid burning anything indoors—candles, fireplaces, gas stoves. If you feel shortness of breath or burning eyes, get fresh air immediately. If symptoms worsen, seek emergency help. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/65467eeb7788f0e3