- Wear an N-95 mask to protect your lungs if air quality is impacted, and stay indoors if advised.
- Rinse plants regularly to wash ash, soot, and debris off the leaves and fruit of plants.
- Some plants (particularly grapes) may take on a smoky flavor,
Dealing With Ash & Smoke From Wildfires
(Updated: June 20, 2023, 1:20 p.m.)
Tips for community gardeners dealing with smoke and ash from wildfires.