Monitor Air Quality & Wildfire Smoke
The Air Quality Alert for our region in Benton and Franklin counties has been extended. It is in effect until noon on Wednesday as the air quality reaches unhealthy levels. If you are planning on being outside for work or other activities, please check the air quality guidelines.
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Help Our Community Beat The Heat
As the temperatures continue to rise this summer, BFHD is partnering with 211 to identify and share businesses that are interested in participating as a Temporary Cooling Center in Benton and Franklin counties.
Temporary Cooling Centers are brick-and-mortar locations offering air conditioning and
a safe environment for individuals to cool down and catch their breath, normally during
regular business hours. These participating businesses significantly reduce the rise of
heat-related illnesses.
If you are interested in joining the 211 list, please reach out to BFHD's Investigations, Planning and Preparedness Manager, Sierra Knutson, sierra[email protected].
Message from the Health Officer, Dr. Larry Jecha:
“The Temporary Cooling Centers are safety nets that are valuable in preventing heat-related complications like heat stroke, heat exhaustion and even death. This is a
community problem, and everyone should be aware of the people around you. If you
know of vulnerable people, including seniors, check in on them. We are grateful to all
the businesses, faith-based services, and organizations for keeping our community
safer, especially our vulnerable community. Just a little relief and opportunity to cool
down during hot summer days can make a difference and save a life.”
Learn more about the patterns of heat waves, click here to read the latest blog from Your Local Epidemiologist.
Please click on the flyer to download the PDF version and share it with your employees, community and family & friends.
