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Wildfire Smoke Presentation

May 6 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm PDT

Event Title: Wildfire Smoke Presentation
Date: May 6th, 2023
Time: 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Location:  Via virtual participation on Zoom, or in-person at the Willamalane Bob Keefer Center, 250 S 32nd St Springfield, OR 97478

Join us for an informative Wildfire Smoke Presentation hosted by Lane Regional Air Protection Agency (LRAPA) and University of Oregon student, Noah Sary. Learn about the effects of wildfire smoke on air quality, health, and ways to protect yourself during smoke events. The presentation will be led by Travis Knudsen, LRAPA Public Affairs, and will cover crucial information for individuals aged 65+ and lower-income communities who are more likely to be affected by poor air quality.

As a special bonus, attendees will have the opportunity to receive a free box fan and MERV 13 filter. Don’t miss this chance to learn about DIY methods of protecting the air in your home during wildfire smoke events.

We hope to see you there!

Lane Regional Air is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

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Details

Date:
May 6
Time:
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm PDT
Event Category:

Organizer

LRAPA
Phone
541-736-1056
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Venue

Willamalane Bob Keefer Center for Sports and Recreation
250 S 32nd
Springfield, OR 97478 United States
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Phone
541-736-4544
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CURRENT AIR QUALITY

AIR QUALITY COMPLAINT

MONITORING

AIR TOXINS

LRAPA monitors air quality throughout Lane County with eight regulatory-grade monitors and over 90 commercial-grade air sensors. Air Quality Index values are updated hourly.

Find the current air quality, look up the closest monitor to you, and learn more about the Air Quality Index (AQI) on the Current Air Quality Page.

BURNING OVERVIEW

HOME WOOD HEATING

OUTDOOR BURNING

RECREATIONAL BURNING

LRAPA regulates the burning of wood and yard debris, known as “outdoor burning,” in Lane County. LRAPA also enforces home wood heating – such as fireplaces and wood stoves – opacity ordinances for the cities of Eugene, Springfield and Oakridge. Seasonal and daily restrictions can exist for both forms of burning. Check to see if there are any active burning curtailments in effect on the burning restrictions webpage.

PERMITTING OVERVIEW

CLEANER AIR OREGON

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GREENHOUSE GASES

ACTIVE AIR PERMITS

FORMS & RESOURCES

LRAPA is responsible for issuing air permits to commercial and industrial operations with emissions above a certain threshold. Check to see if your business needs a permit by following our 5-step guide on our Permitting Overview webpage.

ASBESTOS OVERVIEW

WILDFIRE CLEANUP & ASBESTOS

FORMS & RESOURCES

Asbestos is the name of a group of naturally occurring fibrous minerals that are heat-resistant, strong and extremely durable. Asbestos has historically been used in over 4,000 building products because of these properties.

Asbestos can cause lung cancer, asbestosis and mesothelioma. There is no safe level of exposure to friable asbestos.

PUBLIC CALENDAR

PUBLICATIONS & REPORTS

SUBSCRIBE TO EMAIL UPDATES

LRAPA regularly solicits public comment on proposed agency actions such as rule changes, proposed air permits, and the agency’s annual budget. LRAPA also hosts monthly Board of Director and Citizen Advisory Committee meetings.

Learn more about these public comment window and public meetings on our News, Notices & Public Calendar webpage.

COMMUNITY CENTER

SUPPLEMENTAL ENV. PROJECTS

NONDISCRIMINATORY POLICY

WILDFIRE SMOKE

PRESCRIBED BURNS

INDOOR AIR QUALITY

The physical environment is a crucial component of any individual’s health and well-being.  Every community needs access to safe air, land and water.  LRAPA has curated together a collation of topics commonly asked about by the community to provide information, important details, and connect interested community members with resources.

Explore the many topics of information on our Community Center webpage.

LRAPA OVERVIEW

PUBLIC OVERSIGHT

REGULATIONS & RULES

RECORDS REQUEST

PURCHASING & CONTRACTS

CAREERS

STAFF DIRECTORY

LRAPA is the local air authority responsible for monitoring Lane County’s air and administering programs that protect and improve air quality. LRAPA was founded in 1968 as an intergovernmental agreement between the cities of Springfield and Eugene. Today’s intergovernmental agreement includes Lane County and the cities of Cottage Grove, Eugene, Oakridge, and Springfield.