Serap Erdal

“Although healthy people may recover quickly from wildfire smoke, many people can experience short-term, mid-term and long-term effects,”

Serap Erdal · said date not stated · reported 2026-07-17

Erdal said that while healthy people may recover quickly from wildfire smoke, many can experience effects across multiple timeframes.

“Just because we’re indoors doesn’t mean we’re not inhaling outdoor air.”

Serap Erdal · said date not stated · reported 2026-07-17

Erdal noted that indoor environments do not fully protect against inhaling polluted outdoor air.

“It’s important that people take measures to protect themselves.”

Serap Erdal · said date not stated · reported 2026-07-17

Erdal emphasized the importance of people taking measures to protect themselves from wildfire smoke.