Several wildfires are burning in the area under the Museum’s jurisdiction (Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, and Wyoming), and local authorities have issued evacuation orders and evacuation advisories. Please evacuate immediately if an evacuation order is issued by the local authorities.
If you do engage in any outdoor activities, please take adequate precautions.
Those who live or are staying in the vicinity of the wildfire areas are advised to obtain the latest information from relevant organizations and media reports, and to take precautions to avoid disasters and health hazards.
1 Following the Alexander Mountain Fire (Larimer County) in northern Colorado on July 29, wildfires have also occurred in Colorado on the Stone Canyon Fire (Boulder County) and Quarry Fire (Jefferson County). In addition, several wildfires are burning in other areas under the Museum’s jurisdiction (New Mexico, Utah, and Wyoming). If local authorities issue an evacuation order for the area where you are residing or staying, please follow the instructions and evacuate immediately.
Please refer to the website (Reference 1) for information on wildfire outbreaks (location, size, etc.) in each area.
(Reference 1: Wildfire Situation in the U.S.)
https://firms.modaps.eosdis.nasa.gov/usfs/
2 Smoke from these wildfires causes air pollution. Even if you are far away from the fire site, smoke and other pollutants can spread to distant areas due to wind direction and strong winds, which may adversely affect your health by degrading air quality. In particular, the elderly, the young, and those with respiratory problems should refrain from outdoor activities if they see or smell smoke.
Please refer to (Reference 2) for air quality conditions in the area where you live or are staying.
(Reference 2: Wildfires and Smoke Conditions)
3 As for countermeasures against air pollution, check instructions and warnings from the authorities, block out the outside air if you are indoors, utilize air purifiers, etc., and wear a mask if you need to go outdoors. For children in particular, it is recommended that they use appropriately sized masks that cover the top of the nose and chin.
Please refer to (Reference 3) for information on measures against air pollution.
(Reference 3: Countermeasures against wildfire smoke, etc.)
https://www.cdc.gov/wildfires/safety/how-to-safely-stay-safe-during-a-wildfire.html#cdc_preparedness_risks-protect-yourself-from- smoke
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