Breathe Safe in Smoke-Clouded Air | Denver News

Wildfire smoke can drift hundreds of miles, turning air quality hazardous even far from the flames. The EPA’s Air Quality Index warns: below 50 is healthy, over 150 is unhealthy for all, and 100–150 is risky for asthma and lung sufferers. Check conditions via the EPA or PurpleAir for real-time, street-level data. Smoke may be invisible—but it’s still dangerous. If you have heart or lung issues, take extra precautions. When outdoors, wear an N95 mask. If you feel wheezing or shortness of breath, head inside. At home, seal doors and windows, use recirculate mode on AC, and block cracks. Boost indoor air with an air purifier and swap to a MERV 13 filter—just install it right. 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/139310cb5c1be73f