Get help right away for these symptoms of wildfire smoke exposure, experts say

Wildfire smoke exposure can cause serious respiratory symptoms including wheezing, difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, and shortness of breath that require immediate medical attention. Construction workers in affected areas like Washington State should seek emergency care if they experience these symptoms while on job sites.

Tumwater, WA — Wheezing, difficulty breathing, asthma attacks and shortness of breath are among nearly a dozen symptoms for which people exposed to wildfire smoke exposure should seek immediate medical attention, according to the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries. Washington…

This story was originally published by Safety+Health Magazine.