FINLEY, Wash. – The Benton-Franklin Health District is hosting a N95 mask drive-thru on Thu., May 30 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in response to the poor air quality caused by the Lineage Logistics warehouse fire.
Finley residents can get their masks in the south parking lot of River View High School, located at 36509 S. Lemon Dr. Residents will get two masks per person.
BFHD says N95 masks filter out most fine particles that can harm the respiratory system. They are designed to provide better protection than normal masks.
Homebound residents are asked to call 509-460-4205 or email eoc.pio@bfhd.wa.gov with their name, address, phone number and number of residents in their household to get their masks.
“While there is smoke present it is safer to remain indoors, however we know that some people need to spend time outdoors even while the air may be unhealthy,” said BFHD Health Officer Dr. Steve Krager. “Wearing a properly fitted N95 mask can significantly reduce your exposure to harmful particulate matter present in smoke. This is crucial for protecting your respiratory health, especially for individuals with lung or heart conditions.”
More information on protecting yourself from smoke from fires can be found on the BFHD website.
