A person rides a skateboard along the Willamette River as smoke from wildfires partially obscures the Tilikum Crossing Bridge, Saturday, Sept. 12, 2020, in Portland, Ore.
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Over the weekend, Portland had the worst air quality of any major city in the world due to wildfire smoke. Other parts of the state were also suffering from hazardous air quality. Health officials recommended people stay inside because the smoke could have a serious impact on health. But for people who are homeless and living outside, it can be a challenge to find indoor spaces to shelter from the hazardous air. Marc Jolin, the director of the Joint Office of Homeless Services, tells us how Multnomah County is aiding those who are living outside.
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