OPINION — Wildfire season has arrived in Arizona and can change daily life quickly.
Residents may face smoky skies, reduced air quality and the possibility of evacuation during periods of elevated wildfire activity.
While conditions may look different from one community to the next, smoke, poor air quality and sudden changes in fire activity can affect residents well beyond areas closest to active flames. A shift in wind, several days of lingering smoke or even a sudden evacuation order can affect anyone, but children, older adults, those who are pregnant and those living with conditions such as asthma, COPD, heart disease or diabetes may face added health concerns.
