Before, During & After

PREPARE

Before Fire Season

Official alerts are confirmed. A cleaner-air room is selected. Air-cleaner and HVAC filters are checked. Essential medications and supplies are ready. Household and out-of-area contacts are current. Transportation and pet plans are reviewed. A simple sleep, meal and movement routine is practiced.

PROTECT

During Smoke

AQI and official incident instructions are checked. Sensitive people and pets are in the prepared space. Portable air cleaner is running appropriately. Candles, incense, smoke and aerosols are avoided. Outdoor exertion is reduced. Care Circle check-ins are completed. New or worsening symptoms are monitored.

RESET

After Smoke

AQI and official guidance confirm improvement. Property or neighborhood access is officially allowed. Loaded filters are inspected or replaced. Ash is handled with approved wet or HEPA methods. Sensitive household members avoid cleanup. Household supplies are restocked. The household plan is updated.