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Wildfire smoke can change the atmosphere, even a week later
Even when skies appear clear of smoke, authors of a new study say leftover smoke particulates can continue to impact the atmosphere for more than a week.

Southern Oregon keeps breaking records for unhealthy air
Southern Oregon has seen record-breaking levels of wildfire smoke in recent years, leaving residents wondering what the future holds for the region.

Change To Oregon Smoke Rules Seeing Early Results For Prescribed Burns
We’re not getting nearly enough prescribed fire on the ground to restore forests and manage the risk of severe wildfire. Oregon's new smoke rules are intended to change that trend.

Not Enough Is Known About Smoke's Effect On Wildland Firefighters' Health
Wildland firefighters endure smoky conditions rarely experienced in communities. It’s an occupational hazard that scientists and fire agencies are just beginning to understand.

Gov. Kate Brown Announces New Council To Assess Oregon Wildfire Response
The new Oregon Wildfire Response Council will look at the state's efforts surrounding "wildfire education, prevention, suppression, attack, and community recovery."

Oregon Approves New Air Quality Rules To Allow More Prescribed Fire
The Oregon Environmental Quality Commission approved new smoke rules Thursday that should make it easier to use prescribed burns to lessen overall wildfire risk.

Wildfire Smoke Continues To Disrupt Southern Oregon Economic Rhythms
The Rogue Valley didn’t directly experience any serious wildfires this year. But smoke from large wildfires burning hours away blew in and stayed for months — right at the peak of tourist season.

Oregon Makes Case For Prescribed Fire Smoke
New smoke management rules aim to increase amount of prescribed burns in fire-prone forests.

Crews Maneuver, Make Progress On Several Southwest Oregon Fires
Several wildfires burning near Grants Pass continue to cover the region in smoke.

2 Large Wildfires In Southwest Oregon Threaten To Meet
While fires burn, communities downwind suffer from consistent unhealthy levels of smoke.