Returning home after an evacuation can be a stressful and overwhelming experience. This page is here to help you navigate the process of settling back in with some helpful resources.
Check food for signs of going bad, even if it was stored in the fridge and there were no power outages at your home.
During an evacuation due to wildfires, ash, soot or smoke residue may have gotten inside of homes and buildings.
There are steps you can follow to cover financial losses from damaged goods, whether you are insured or not.
Even after you return from an evacuation, there may still be smoke in and around your community. Protect your health against smoke.
Air quality can change hour by hour, depending on the forest fire situation, weather and wind changes.
All communities in Eeyou Istchee have Purple Air sensors installed. These sensors send air quality data to the Purple Air Map, which displays an Air Quality Health Index (AQHI).
The Air Quality Health Index is a scale designed in Canada to help understand the impact of air quality on health. The AQHI can be a guide to help you make decisions about your activities.
The best precaution against poor outdoor air quality from wildfire smoke is to stay indoors during episodes of heavy smoke.
After wildfires, be cautious when checking damaged camps and cabins due to risks from unstable structures, sharp debris, and ash inhalation.
Adjust your activities during high levels of air pollution to protect yourselves and your family.
The Cree Board of Health recommends you wear a mask in certain situations to protect yourself and people around you.
