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Posted by Emily Hamstra on November 6th, 2025
Posted in: Emergency Preparedness, Health Observances
Tags: wildfires
Once a month for the next few months, Region 5 staff will be sharing resources for emergency preparedness. Previously, we shared resources on volcanoes and drought. This month, we’re focusing on wildfires.
Wildfires are increasingly common in NNLM Region 5 locations and can have devastating impacts on health and wellbeing. The following resources provide information about preparing for and recovering from wildfires.
MedlinePlus.gov: Wildfires collects information from a wide range of reliable sources on topics such as “How Wildfire Smoke Affects your Body,” “Protecting Children from Wildfire Smoke and Ash,” and “Wildfire Smoke and Burning Eyes: 5 Ways to Cope.” Many of these resources are useful while experiencing a wildfire.
AirNow.gov is a resource from the Environmental Protection Agency and provides data on current air quality by location. Their Wildfires page includes a map of current fires and smoke conditions, and resources for before, during, and after a fire.
Ready.gov: Wildfires lays out a clear and concise plan to follow to prepare for a wildfire, stay safe during, and respond after a wildfire. This information is available in multiple languages.
Alaska Wildland Fire Information is a project of multiple state and federal agencies. Here you’ll find news stories, information about active fires, and links to resources specific to Alaska.
The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) is a hub of information on wildfires in California, including maps and data about containment of active fires, news, and information about rebuilding after a fire.
California Department of Public Health’s Center for Preparedness and Response includes links to state and federal resources on preparing, responding, and recovering from wildfires, and additional resources to support mental health during and after a fire.
The Hawaii Department of Health’s Prepare NOW website is a concise collection of videos, handouts, and information for children about preparing for natural disasters.
Living with Fire provides information and ongoing educational opportunities for Nevada residents on wildfire prevention.
The Oregon Department of Emergency Management’s Oregon Wildfire Response & Recovery site hosts essential resources for preparing for wildfires, with additional links to news and maps of active fires in Oregon.
The State of Washington Department of Ecology’s Smoke & Fire Management page includes links to air quality maps, and tips for staying healthy when the air quality is poor due to wildfire smoke.
After the Fire provides guidance and case studies on wildfire recovery for individuals, homeowners, and agricultural and forest landowners in Washington.
The Center for Getting Things Started hosts Wildfire Resources, including a wildfire awareness curriculum for 6-12 th graders and brochures on wildfire prevention and response on Guam, Palau, and other Pacific Islands.
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