wildfire smoke

Employers Face New Rules To protect Workers From Smoke
Employers Face New Rules To protect Workers From Smoke
Employers Face New Rules To protect Workers From Smoke
Outdoor workers in Washington state will be covered by permanent laws designed to protect them from the dangers of wildfire smoke starting January 15th. Washington enacted temporary rules in 2021 and 2022 but the Washington Department of Labor and Industries has made the protections permanent and year round.
NCW Libraries Offering Wildfire Smoke Relief
NCW Libraries Offering Wildfire Smoke Relief
NCW Libraries Offering Wildfire Smoke Relief
Chelan-Douglas Health District (CDHD) is partnering with NCW Libraries to provide relief for those affected by wildfire smoke. CDHD has donated portable air filters to library branch locations within the two county area in order to establish these spaces as a safe place to escape the impacts of wildfire smoke...
Smoke from Alberta Wildfires Drifting into NCW
Smoke from Alberta Wildfires Drifting into NCW
Smoke from Alberta Wildfires Drifting into NCW
It's only mid-May but the skies over North Central Washington are already taking on an ominous murk that usually isn't seen until wildfire season is well underway. The hazy conditions are being caused by smoke emanating from fires over 500 miles to the northeast in Alberta, Canada...