In the face of fires, we must protect ourselves from smoke

During this time of the year, when several forest fires are burning more intensely in the country and in California, it is important to take some precautions.

The smoke from wildfires is a mixture of thousands of compounds such as particles and noxious gases that pose a serious health risk to anyone who is near a fire.

Dr. Lucia Abascal, a public health physician in the office of the director of the California Department of Public Health and a postdoctoral fellow at the University of California, San Francisco, discusses how wildfire smoke affects us.

Dr. Lucia Abascal comments that there are people who are more vulnerable, such as those who have asthma and whose bodies react badly when they inhale smoke from fires. It is important to recognize when we have to seek medical attention.

She reiterates who should be more careful.

And what can the population in general do to protect themselves, says Dr. Lucia Abascal

She gives us more recommendations such as avoiding outdoor activities.
Dr. Lucia Abascal, public health physician in the office of the director of the California Department of Public Health, says that inside the house we should look for a safe place, and check that the air conditioning does not come from outside.

One very important thing is not to smoke or light candles.

Finally, remember that the particles are small and travel without us seeing them, so do not trust if you are far from a forest.