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John, we hope you’re staying safe if your area is affected by
the wildfire smoke.

And if you’re not in the Northeast, by now you’ve probably seen the viral
photos of New York City.

Raging wildfires in Canada have created smog that is covering the country
— and drifting into the East Coast. Right now, New Yorkers are wearing
masks just to go walk their dogs and flooding the internet with unsettling
photos of the city, barely visible under an orange haze.

The cause of these wildfires? Fossil fuels.

Right now, the impact of burning fossil fuels quite literally can’t be
ignored — we can see it in the sky and feel it in the air we breathe. We
hope that this unnerving moment is a wake-up call for anyone not yet in
the fight for climate justice. This is a glimpse for the northeastern US
of the havoc that climate change is wreaking even more often and more
extremely in other parts of the world. Our movement is as dedicated as
ever to ending the era of fossil fuels and driving our leaders to take
real action to make the just transition to clean energy.

We need as many people in this fight as possible and there are several
different ways you can take action, including:

* [ [link removed] ]Participating in the ongoing Week of Action by finding an event
near you. If you’ll be attending an in-person event in an area
impacted by the wildfire smoke, please be sure to stay safe by wearing
PPE.
* Support our friends in Canada who are caught in the path of these
dangerous wildfires. You can learn more about mutual aid fundraisers
and sign on to their petition to end fossil fuel subsidies through our
[ [link removed] ]350 Canada team’s blog post.

We’re also dedicated to serving as a resource when climate disasters pose
health threats like this extreme air pollution, so we’ve compiled some
tips to help you stay safe.

* Avoid unnecessary outdoor exposure, especially if you have a
respiratory condition. If you must go outside, wear a high-quality
mask or ventilator like a KN95.
* Keep windows closed, seal gaps or cracks in windows or doors, and
consider running an air purifier with a HEPA filter or setting up a
[ [link removed] ]DIY air cleaner if possible.
* Monitor your symptoms closely. While some mild effects of smoke
exposure can be self-managed, consider talking to a healthcare
provider if you experience dizziness, chest pains, severe cough,
shortness of breath, wheezing (including asthma attacks), or heart
palpitations (irregular heartbeat).
* Stay well-hydrated by drinking plenty of water to help flush toxins
from your system.
* Stay informed about local evacuation orders or warnings issued by
authorities. Follow their instructions promptly and be prepared to
evacuate if necessary.
* Prepare an emergency kit with essential supplies, including
medications, a first aid kit, and food and water, in case of
evacuation or prolonged exposure to smoke.

Enough is enough,
John. Canada’s record-breaking
wildfire season — and its ongoing effects across the US — is occurring
right alongside NEW fossil fuel approvals like Willow and the Mountain
Valley Pipeline, which will only make moments like this worse.

This fight is far from over and we’re thankful to have you with us. We
hope you’re staying safe and that you’ll join us in taking action however
you’re able.

In solidarity,

Team 350




 




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