As seen on local news channels, there are currently several active wildfires and resulting smoke plumes occurring throughout California. While none of these fires are currently impacting Berkeley Lab or the surrounding area, we can expect wildfire smoke to impact us at some point this wildfire season. Visit the Lab’s Wildfire Smoke website for more information on:
- How to determine the air quality at the Lab and in your local area
- Steps you can take to limit your smoke exposure at home and work
- Health effects of wildfire smoke
- Cal/OSHA worker protection requirements related to wildfire smoke
- Actions the Lab takes at the various Air Quality Index (AQI) levels
