The Ministry of Health reminds citizens of the detailed instructions for protection from fires and their residues (dust and ashes), which are recommended by the competent Committee of Public Health Experts (PPE):

Move away from the wider area of ​​the fire if possible.

If evacuation is not possible, stay indoors and keep indoor air clean by following these recommendations:

Keep windows and doors closed.

Use air conditioning that has indoor air recirculation and well-maintained filters.

Avoid smoking indoors.

Avoid cooking using a grill.

Avoid using aerosols (insecticides, air fresheners, hair sprays).

Avoid using candles for lighting.

Avoid using a vacuum cleaner.

Avoid unnecessary movements and outdoor activities, especially vulnerable groups (people with respiratory or cardiovascular diseases, the elderly, children, pregnant women) while there is smoke and ash.

If moving is deemed necessary, don’t forget:

Use a well-fitting high-respiratory protection mask (FFP2 or 3) – “Surgical” or fabric masks do NOT protect against smoke or ash inhalation.

If you use the car for commuting, don’t forget:

Turn on vehicle lights during the day to avoid potential accidents in areas with low visibility.

Set the vehicle’s air conditioning system to recirculate the interior air to minimize smoke entering the passenger compartment.

During ash cleaning activities, you must use:

High respiratory protection mask (FFP2 or 3) with a good fit.

Safety glasses (if available).

During ash removal activities, DO NOT use: leaf blowers or other means that may move ash into the atmosphere.

Get medical help immediately if you experience symptoms such as: persistent cough, difficulty and/or wheezing, chest tightness or pain, fast heart rate, nausea, unusual tiredness or dizziness.

It is also pointed out that if someone is near fires and feels severe symptoms, they should immediately contact a pulmonologist.