Wildfires immersing the Umpqua Valley in a cloud of smoke are a near-yearly occurrence, and 2025 is no different. Currently, the over 30,000 acre Emigrant Fire is most responsible for a haze of tree line–blurring airborne particulates that are visible across Douglas County. For some individuals, this kind of lingering smoke could lead to unpleasant adverse health effects. While it may seem inescapable, Douglas County Public Health Officer Dr. Bob Dannenhoffer said there are ways to minimize expo

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