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Wildfire smoke at U.S. schools surges eightfold; indoor air often fails to protect children

Study finds indoor air at schools does not reliably protect children from smoke

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Researchers discovered substantial variation in how well school buildings protected occupants from outdoor particulate pollution, with some schools recording higher indoor PM2.5 concentrations than nearby outdoor measurements during smoke days. The study emphasized the need for HVAC upgrades or portable HEPA filters.

Study finds indoor air at schools does not reliably protect children from smoke
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“Some schools had higher indoor PM2.5 concentrations than nearby outdoor measurements during smoke days.”

Molly Kile

Molly Kile Environmental epidemiologist, Oregon State University College of HealthStephanie Foster Study lead, Oregon State University College of Health

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