Kitsap Health Alerts for Heat, Smoke

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  Wildfire smoke is drifting into Bremerton this week“Wildfire smoke is drifting into our region this week making skies hazy and affecting air quality, while a heat advisory is in place for Tuesday and Wednesday.”
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  Skies are hazy due to wildfire smoke“Wildfire smoke is drifting into our region this week making skies hazy and affecting air quality, while a heat advisory is in place for Tuesday and Wednesday.”
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  Wildfire smoke is affecting air quality“Wildfire smoke is drifting into our region this week making skies hazy and affecting air quality, while a heat advisory is in place for Tuesday and Wednesday.”
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  A heat advisory is in place for Tuesday and Wednesday“Wildfire smoke is drifting into our region this week making skies hazy and affecting air quality, while a heat advisory is in place for Tuesday and Wednesday.”
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  Kitsap Public Health provided specific symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke“Signs of heat exhaustion: Heavy sweating Cold, clammy skin Fast, weak pulse Nausea or vomiting Muscle cramps Tiredness/weakness Dizziness Headache Fainting (passing out) Signs of heat stroke: High body temperature (103° or higher) Hot, dry, red skin Fast, strong pulse Headache Dizziness or nausea Confusion or slurred speech Fainting (passing out)”
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  Heavy sweating is a symptom of heat exhaustion and heat stroke“Signs of heat exhaustion: Heavy sweating ... Signs of heat stroke: High body temperature (103° or higher) ...”
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  Dizziness is a symptom of heat exhaustion and heat stroke“Dizziness Headache Fainting (passing out)”
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  High body temperature is a symptom of heat exhaustion and heat stroke“Signs of heat exhaustion: Heavy sweating Cold, clammy skin Fast, weak pulse Nausea or vomiting Muscle cramps Tiredness/weakness Dizziness Headache Fainting (passing out) Signs of heat stroke: High body temperature (103° or higher) Hot, dry, red skin Fast, strong pulse Headache Dizziness or nausea Confusion or slurred speech Fainting (passing out)”
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  Kitsap Public Health provided steps to cool off“Tips to cool off You can help prevent heat-related illnesses by: Staying in cool, indoor spaces as much as you can. If you can’t stay cool in your home, go to a public space with air conditioning, like a nearby library. Creating cooler indoor spaces by opening windows, using fans, and pulling down window shades. Drinking plenty of water. Limit caffeine, alcohol, and sugary drinks. Wearing loose, lightweight, light-colored clothing. Taking cool showers or baths. Checking on neighbors and loved ones. Watching the weather forecast. Calling 211 or visit KitsapDEM.com to check if a nearby cooling center is open.”
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  Staying indoors is a step to cool off“Staying in cool, indoor spaces as much as you can.”
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  Drinking water is a step to cool off“Drinking plenty of water.”
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  Using fans is a step to cool off“Creating cooler indoor spaces by opening windows, using fans, and pulling down window shades.”
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  Kitsap Public Health listed symptoms like eye irritation for wildfire smoke“Symptoms are: Eye, nose, and throat irritation Fatigue Headaches and coughing Wheezing and shortness of breath Stress and mental health concerns”
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  Headaches are a symptom of wildfire smoke“Headaches and coughing Wheezing and shortness of breath Stress and mental health concerns”
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  Shortness of breath is a symptom of wildfire smoke“Wheezing and shortness of breath”
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  Kitsap Public Health advised residents to stay indoors with air filtration for wildfire smoke“Staying indoors as much as possible – in your home or a public place that has good air filtration, like a library or mall.”
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  Kitsap Public Health advised residents to create a clean room at home for wildfire smoke“Creating a clean room in your home – such as a living room or bedroom – where you can keep air cooler and cleaner when air quality outside is unhealthy.”
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  Kitsap Public Health directs residents to resources including Puget Sound Clean Air Agency“Puget Sound Clean Air Agency gives recommendations based on current air quality and risk level.”
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  Kitsap Public Health directs residents to resources including Washington Smoke Blog“Washington Smoke Blog features an air quality map, updates on wildfire activity, and links to resources.”
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  Kitsap Public Health directs residents to resources including Airnow.gov for air quality updates“Airnow.gov is a national resource offering air quality monitoring and forecasts.”
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  Kitsap Public Health recommends checking cooling centers via 211“Calling 211 or visit KitsapDEM.com to check if a nearby cooling center is open.”
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  Kitsap Public Health recommends checking cooling centers via KitsapDEM.com“Calling 211 or visit KitsapDEM.com to check if a nearby cooling center is open.”