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Health tips for coping with smoke haze

Updates from across Australia. - by Laura Barry
  • 21 Nov 2019

Cities have been covered by a thick blanket of smoke from the bushfires raging across Australia, and it poses a health risk to everyone.

WATCH: NSW bushfire: NSW declares state of emergency

Bushfire has torn through New South Wales, Queensland, Victoria and South Australia leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. With temperatures set to rise and no rain fall predicted, the conditions for bushfires continue to worsen. Meanwhile, the air quality in parts of Australia has been severely compromised due to the thick haze of bushfire smoke that has settled over various cities. 

RELATED: How you can help communities affected by bushfire 

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Victorian authorities have now announced the first Code Red fire alert in 10 years, South Australia is on high alert for potentially hazardous wind changes and are currently coping with uncontrolled blazes, homes have now been lost in Queensland and NSW fire authorities are now treating around 16 out of 50 bushfires as 'suspicious'. Tasmania is also preparing for the state's most dangerous fire conditions this bushfire season, with dry winds and hot temperatures predicted. 

For those who aren't in immediate danger of bushfire, but are suffering from poor air quality conditions, we've pulled together some health tips, based on recommendations from NSW Health. 

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Health tips for coping with smoke haze

  • People who suffer from asthma or other breathing issues should stay indoors and avoid outdoor activities – seek medical advice as needed
  • Keep windows and doors closed, or stay in air-conditioned areas
  • Avoid vigorous exercise
  • Cover your nose and mouth with a mask designed to filter fine particles – must be rated P1 or P2 and are available from hardware stores
  • Postpone outdoor events
  • Take advantage of smoke-free breaks in the environment to air out your home, but close up when smoke reoccurs
  • If shortness of breath or coughing develops – seek medical advice or use a reliever

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Laura Barry is a writer, bookworm and interior design enthusiast with a love for reporting on all things homes, travel and lifestyle. When not tapping away at her keyboard, Laura can be found making endless cups of tea or perusing the shelves of Sydney’s many bookstores.

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