The Klickitat County Health Department says some regions of Klickitat County have been affected by unhealthy air quality brought about by increased wildfire smoke and excessive heat – especially in the Trout Lake, Glenwood, Goldendale, Bickleton, and Roosevelt areas.  Community members with asthma, COPD, lung or heart disease have an increased risk of symptoms or worsening of their disease.  Pregnant women are also at greater risk for smoke related health conditions.  The health department recommends reducing exposure to wildfire smoke by staying indoors, performing only light activities, and keeping windows closed if it is not too hot.  Running air conditioners on re-circulate and closing the outside air intake is also recommended.  Using indoor air cleaners with HEPA filters or making your own air filters with a box fan can help decrease smoke in the home.  Air quality can change rapidly and can vary throughout Klickitat County.  The smoke and excessive heat are expected to continue into the weekend.