john05+FollowDrive-Thru Drama: Why Everyone’s Skipping the LineWildfire smoke and pollution are so bad in parts of Texas, Arizona, Oregon, Washington, and Montana that millions are being told to avoid drive-thrus! The air quality is hitting dangerous levels, and even healthy folks could feel it. Experts say skip the drive-thru, carpool, or just stay inside if you can. Sensitive groups like kids and seniors should be extra careful. Who knew grabbing fast food could be risky? #Transportation #AirQualityAlert #WildfireSmoke00Share
maria25+FollowWildfire Smoke Is Way Deadlier Than We ThoughtJust learned that wildfire smoke is way more dangerous than anyone realized—even short-term exposure can be deadly, and the death toll has been underestimated by 93%! The crazy part? You don’t have to live near a fire to be at risk; smoke travels for miles. Scientists say wildfire particles are even worse for your health than car exhaust. With wildfires getting worse every year, this is something we all need to care about. Time to check those air purifiers! #Health #BodyHealth #WildfireSmoke00Share
Sean Clark+FollowWildfire Smoke Has Us All Dodging the RoadsAir quality is so bad in parts of Illinois, Colorado, Wyoming, and Arizona that officials are literally begging people not to drive. Wildfire smoke and heat are making pollution spike, and it’s hitting everyone—not just folks with asthma. If you’re in these areas, maybe skip the car ride, keep outdoor time short, and check those air quality alerts. Who knew summer would come with a side of ‘stay inside’ warnings? #Transportation #AirQualityAlert #WildfireSmoke00Share
martinezlaura+FollowWildfire Smoke: The Hidden Danger No One Talks AboutThought wildfire smoke was just a problem for people living near the flames? Not even close. Harvard researchers just dropped a new tool, SMRT-Flames, that predicts where smoke will drift next—so communities can prep before it gets bad. Turns out, folks living on the edge of towns (not just city dwellers) get hit hardest by toxic particles. The wild part? Controlled burns on just 3.5% of land could've cut smoke exposure by 18% in 2020. Science for the win! #Science #WildfireSmoke #AirQuality10Share
megangibson+FollowWildfire Smoke Is Way Worse Than We ThoughtWildfire smoke isn’t just a summer nuisance—it’s actually linked to 15,000 premature deaths in the US over 15 years, and it hits lower-income communities the hardest. Those hazy skies? The tiny particles stick around in your lungs and bloodstream, causing long-term health issues even after the fires are out. With wildfires getting worse every year, it’s a wake-up call for all of us to care about air quality, no matter where we live. Would you take steps to protect your home’s air? #WildfireSmoke #AirQuality #HealthAlert #Science40Share
Melanie James+FollowWhy Indiana Drivers Are Skipping Gas StationsWildfire smoke from Canada is making air quality so bad in Indiana that people are being told to avoid gas stations! Apparently, filling up your tank releases chemicals (VOCs) that mix with the smoky air and make things even worse for your lungs. If you’re in places like Indianapolis or Muncie, experts say wait until after 7 p.m. to refuel, skip the drive-thru, and maybe even try biking or carpooling instead. Who knew your gas stop could be risky? #AirQualityAlert #WildfireSmoke #IndianaNews #Health #BodyHealth60Share
