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OregonDEQ@OregonDEQ10 Jul 2023
This Wednesday, July 12, 6-8 p.m.: @EPAnorthwest & Oregon DEQ to hold a public meeting on the J.H. Baxter facility cleanup & investigation. It will be held in person at the Willamette High School Media Ctr. You may also join online. Details: ordeq.org/JHB_PublicMtg_0712…. #CleanUp
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See science in action! Join us tomorrow July 12, 1-3 pm, as we demo taking sediment samples from the Lower Willamette River and learn about the Portland Harbor Superfund site cleanup. (Directions: 8940 N Bradford St. Park at Cathedral Park boat ramp then walk to Green Anchors.)
Aerial photo showing the St. Johns Bridge over Cathedral Park along the Lower Willamette River in Portland, Oregon.

ALT Aerial photo showing the St. Johns Bridge over Cathedral Park along the Lower Willamette River in Portland, Oregon.

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Looking for real-time air quality information on your phone? Download the free (and ad-free!) AirNow app to see air quality and wildfire smoke conditions in your area. airnow.gov/airnow-mobile-app…
A person holding a cell phone showing the fire and smoke map on the AirNow app. The map shows an image of the United States with historical AQIs along with fires. "Track smoke and wildfires near you using the AirNow mobile app. Now available in Spanish."

ALT A person holding a cell phone showing the fire and smoke map on the AirNow app. The map shows an image of the United States with historical AQIs along with fires. "Track smoke and wildfires near you using the AirNow mobile app. Now available in Spanish."

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During wildfires, improve indoor air quality by changing A/C filters, using air purifiers (or using a DIY fan filter), & reducing indoor smoke. Breathe easier, breathe cleaner air and be #SmokeReady. epa.gov/indoor-air-quality-i…
Graphic: Smoke Ready. Change filters often

ALT Graphic: Smoke Ready. Change filters often

Graphic: Smoke Ready. Optimize indoor air quality

ALT Graphic: Smoke Ready. Optimize indoor air quality

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OregonEPHT retweeted
OregonDEQ@OregonDEQ14 Jun 2023
As you prepare for Wildfire Season, have you thought of creating a clean air room where you & your family can safely shelter in place (Just in case)? Info on clean air rooms, indoor filters & even DIY filters at airnow.gov/wildfires/be-smok…. #smokereadyweek #smokereadynw
Oregon Forestry@ORDeptForestry14 Jun 2023
Be #smokeready. Wildfire smoke is inevitable in the Pacific Northwest. Prepare by planning early, knowing your risk, creating a clean air room, and knowing where to find air quality information. Learn more at airnow.gov/wildfires/be-smok…
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OregonEPHT retweeted
CDC
@CDCgov7 Jun 2023
Do you know how to keep #wildfire smoke outside? ✅ Choose a room you can close off from outside air. ✅ Set up a portable air cleaner or filter. ✅ Stay indoors as much as possible. More tips: bit.ly/3KnAmRQ

Keep wildfire smoke outside

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OregonEPHT retweeted
OregonDEQ@OregonDEQ31 May 2023
Unsure about if the water is safe for you and your pets to swim? Visit the @OHAOregon's "Current Cyanobacteria Advisories" web page to see if there is a warning posted. Current advisories are listed at bit.ly/OHA_Cyanobact_Advisor…. #waterquality #Habs #cyanobacteria
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Test your #HeatSafety knowledge! Do you know the signs of heat stroke and heat exhaustion? Learn more about how to avoid and treat heat-related illnesses: bit.ly/3GYE4k7 #NIHHIS
Text says, "Avoid, Spot, Treat. Know the signs of heat stroke and heat exhaustion. If you see any of these signs, get medical help immediately. Heat stroke symptoms: throbbing headache; confusion; rapid, strong pulse; red, hot, and dry skin (no sweating); passing out; dizziness; upset stomach; very high body temperature (above 103 degrees F). Heat exhaustion symptoms: heavy sweating; muscle cramps; weakness; headache; upset stomach or vomiting; paleness; tenderness; dizziness; fainting"

ALT Text says, "Avoid, Spot, Treat. Know the signs of heat stroke and heat exhaustion. If you see any of these signs, get medical help immediately. Heat stroke symptoms: throbbing headache; confusion; rapid, strong pulse; red, hot, and dry skin (no sweating); passing out; dizziness; upset stomach; very high body temperature (above 103 degrees F). Heat exhaustion symptoms: heavy sweating; muscle cramps; weakness; headache; upset stomach or vomiting; paleness; tenderness; dizziness; fainting"

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It’s National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month! Check out Brett’s story to learn how environmental exposures are related to #asthma in children: bit.ly/3TPr45v
A cartoon clinician using a stethoscope on a young male patient

ALT A cartoon clinician using a stethoscope on a young male patient

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Wildfire smoke can lead to health risks such as trouble breathing, asthma attacks, headaches, and chest pain. Be ready to protect yourself before, during, and after a #wildfire with these tips: bit.ly/2OrV2P7 #WildfireAwarenessMonth
A wildfire burning in a forest with smoke overhead

ALT A wildfire burning in a forest with smoke overhead

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⚠️ Dangerous heat is expected this weekend for NW OR & SW WA. High temperatures in the 90s will create Moderate to Major Risk of heat-related illness. 🥤 Stay hydrated ⌚️Limit time outdoors 10am - 4pm 🏠 Stay in a cool place during peak heat ➡️ ready.gov/heat #ORwx #WAwx
A map shows the area of an Excessive heat watch for Saturday afternoon through Monday evening stretching from the Cascades foothills west to the coast along with the Columbia River Gorge and Hood River Valley.

ALT A map shows the area of an Excessive heat watch for Saturday afternoon through Monday evening stretching from the Cascades foothills west to the coast along with the Columbia River Gorge and Hood River Valley.

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Fret not, giant adorable kitten! Join us for a water year update on all of our reservoirs across the Willamette Valley tomorrow, May 11, from 5-6 p.m.
A giant kitten emerges from behind a small island in the middle of a lake. It's looking toward the sky wishing that it knew what was going on with the Corps of Engineers' reservoirs across the Willamette Basin.

ALT A giant kitten emerges from behind a small island in the middle of a lake. It's looking toward the sky wishing that it knew what was going on with the Corps of Engineers' reservoirs across the Willamette Basin.

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OregonEPHT retweeted
U.S. EPA
@EPA11 May 2023
EPA is proposing new carbon pollution standards for fossil fuel-fired power plants to tackle the climate crisis and protect public health. These standards would avoid 617 million tons of CO2 emissions — equivalent to reducing the annual emissions of half the cars in the U.S.
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The deadline has been extended to apply for the Environmental Justice Government-to-Government Program to April 14. The program supports government activities that lead to environmental public health impacts in communities burdened by environmental harms. epa.gov/environmentaljustice…
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Students across the Northwest are encouraged to get creative and help raise awareness about the dangers of #Radon by participating in the 2023 Northwest Radon Poster Contest. Find contest eligibility and submission forms here: ow.ly/MLfQ50MwJgB
Poster Contest Radon Awareness. Ages 9-14. Win Prizes. Submission deadline March 10, 2023.

ALT Poster Contest Radon Awareness. Ages 9-14. Win Prizes. Submission deadline March 10, 2023.

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#DYK? You can get lung cancer even if you’ve never smoked. Exposure to #radon is another important risk factor. Read the story of Lindi Campbell, who was diagnosed with lung cancer and later discovered high radon levels in her home. bit.ly/3GxL0Uk #RadonAwarenessWeek
Person reading a tablet with text that says, "Radon. Get the facts about radon."

ALT Person reading a tablet with text that says, "Radon. Get the facts about radon."

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Radon can build up in any home or building whether it has a basement, is sealed or drafty, or is new or old. High radon levels can cause lung cancer. There is no known safe level of #radon. Always aim to have the lowest level. bit.ly/3TVwgnT #RadonAwarenessWeek

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Tracking programs across the U.S. use #radon data to inform public health planning, leading to healthier communities! Visit the @CDC_EPHTracking website to explore radon data and learn how the data can help improve health outcomes: bit.ly/3CIwXKp. #RadonAwarenessWeek
Bird's eye view of a community with several rows of houses. The text says, "Tracking Radon. Know the radon levels in your area."

ALT Bird's eye view of a community with several rows of houses. The text says, "Tracking Radon. Know the radon levels in your area."

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Did you know you should test your #wellwater for #radon? Most are familiar with testing the air, but many times #watertesting is overlooked. Learn about radon in your area. Find a certified lab for #radontesting. bit.ly/radonandwellwater #RadonActionMonth #waterwells #wellcare
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We encourage people to avoid or limit burning wood for heat to reduce smoke that can impair air quality and harm people. Use alternate sources, like electricity or heat pumps. But if you MUST burn wood for heat, make sure you're doing it right: bit.ly/3CaoDl8
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