Wildfires take toll on Alaskan's health

Release Date: 2005-02-10

For Immediate Release 

More than six million acres of Alaska were burned in wildfires throughout the summer of 2004. Smoke from those fires created unhealthy breathing conditions for residents spending time outside. However, many people may not be aware that on some smoky days, indoor air conditions also were hazardous.  

Wildfires take toll on Alaskan's health

Release Date: 2005-02-04

For Immediate Release

More than six million acres of Alaska were burned in wildfires throughout the summer of 2004. Smoke from those fires created unhealthy breathing conditions for residents outdoors, and on some smoky days, the air quality indoors also was hazardous.
 

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