The  wildfire season occurs between April and October each year and can coincide with periods of extreme heat. It is important to know how to protect your health when experiencing wildfire smoke and extreme heat together.

People at risk

Some people may be more vulnerable to the health effects of heat and air pollution, such as wildfire smoke. Those who may be at greater risk of the effects of wildfire smoke and extreme heat include:

• seniors
• pregnant people
• infants and young children
• people who work outdoors
• people involved in strenuous outdoor exercise
• people with an existing illness or chronic health conditions, such […]

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