Oregon Wildfire Smoke Communications and Impacts: An Evaluation of the 2020 Wildfire Season
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Date
2022
Authors
Coughlan, Michael R.
Huber-Stearns, Heidi
Clark, Benjamin
Deak, Alison
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Publisher
Ecosystem Workforce Program, Institute for a Sustainable Environment, University of Oregon
Abstract
Oregon Health Authority and the University of Oregon partnered to conduct a
survey-based evaluation of wildfire smoke communications and impacts experienced
by Oregon residents during the 2020 wildfire season. The purpose of this
survey was to (1) understand how Oregonians respond to wildfire smoke and
(2) provide an open-source evaluation tool and data to support wildfire smoke
communication practitioners in Oregon.
This evaluation is intended to guide improvement of public risk communication,
programs, and recommendations. This document is intended to inform practitioners
and staff at public agencies (public health, emergency management,
natural resource management), academics, and community members about key
findings and recommendations from the survey related to:
1. patterns and correlations surrounding information sources and needs.
2. patterns around health behaviors related to preventing smoke exposure.
3. information relevant for raising awareness and preparedness of specific
risk groups.
4. potential areas and questions for future research.
Description
50 pages
Keywords
Wildfire effects, Wildfire smoke, Public safety, Public health