Smoke Ready Gorge was created to protect our health and prepare for future smoke events. Learn more about how smoke changes with the seasons, smoke readiness checklists and local efforts, and how to receive emergency notifications.
Lauren Kraemer |
Project
Credit: Oregon State University (Cropped from original)
Wildfire smoke is more than a nuisance. It is a public health hazard that can harm the lungs and cardiovascular system. Here's a look at what makes smoke dangerous and what can be done about it.
Burning the slash left behind after a logging operation isn't the only method for getting rid of it. Among the alternatives are piling but not burning, "forestry mulching," creating biochar and doing nothing.