As brush fires continue to burn across Central Florida...lingering smoke is causing health concerns.
If you find yourself coughing and wheezing from the smoky air, here are some things you should know to keep you safe.
- Stay inside if you can.
If your area is not being forced to evacuate, health officials said it is best to stay inside, with the windows closed.
- Turn on the air conditioner.
This will help filter out some of the particles from the air.
- Children and seniors tend to be the most sensitive to the smoke.
- People with asthma, respiratory issues, and heart conditions can also have allergic reactions to smoke.
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