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Wildfires, including grassland fires and forest fires, are an ongoing concern where there is dry, hot weather.

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During a wildfire, people throughout the surrounding area may suffer the effects of the smoke. Talk with your doctor about how to prepare for this smoke, especially if you or someone in the family fits into one of these categories: works outdoors; is under age 18 or over age 65; or has asthma, COPD or other lung diseases, chronic heart disease, or diabetes. Monitor your breathing and exposure to the smoke.

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Source:: https://www.lung.org/clean-air/emergencies-and-natural-disasters/wildfires
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