Prepare for wildfire season now

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Experts don’t expect conditions to be quite as bad as they were last summer, when smoke lingered over cities across the Midwest and East Coast. But extreme weather events aren’t going away. And this recent news serves as a good reminder that it’s worthwhile to assess your ability to filter the air you can control: [the air in your home](~/AAAAAQA~/RgRoLHY3P0TgaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cubnl0aW1lcy5jb20vd2lyZWN1dHRlci9ibG9nL2Fpci1wdXJpZmllci13aWxkZmlyZS1zbW9rZS8_Y2FtcGFpZ25faWQ9MjkwJmVtYz1lZGl0X3djZF8yMDI0MDUxOSZpbnN0YW5jZV9pZD0xMjM3MTUmbmw9dGhlLXJlY29tbWVuZGF0aW9uJnJlZ2lfaWQ9MTY2NDQ2ODIyJnNlZ21lbnRfaWQ9MTY3MTE2JnVzZXJfaWQ9ZDY2ZTNkNDM1ZGI1ZjlhZjA5Y2JiNTVlMTBkY2ZlY2RXA255dEIKZkU38UlmGHtK_FIbdHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luOTJAZ21haWwuY29tWAQAAAAD). A solid place to start is with a good air purifier. They are excellent at clearing your home’s air of small particles, and that includes particles from potential wildfire smoke. In our tests, [our top-pick air purifier](~/AAAAAQA~/RgRoLHY3P0TZaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cubnl0aW1lcy5jb20vd2lyZWN1dHRlci9yZXZpZXdzL2Jlc3QtYWlyLXB1cmlmaWVyLz9jYW1wYWlnbl9pZD0yOTAmZW1jPWVkaXRfd2NkXzIwMjQwNTE5Jmluc3RhbmNlX2lkPTEyMzcxNSZubD10aGUtcmVjb21tZW5kYXRpb24mcmVnaV9pZD0xNjY0NDY4MjImc2VnbWVudF9pZD0xNjcxMTYmdXNlcl9pZD1kNjZlM2Q0MzVkYjVmOWFmMDljYmI1NWUxMGRjZmVjZFcDbnl0QgpmRTfxSWYYe0r8Uht0cmlzdHJhbWJhbGR3aW45MkBnbWFpbC5jb21YBAAAAAM~) excelled in air-quality emergency conditions, dropping the pollution we created by 70% in under an hour. Beyond getting an air purifier, our experts have [a few more simple and immediate steps you can take now to prepare for wildfire season](~/AAAAAQA~/RgRoLHY3P0TlaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cubnl0aW1lcy5jb20vd2lyZWN1dHRlci9yZXZpZXdzL3Rvb2xzLXRvLXByZXBhcmUtZm9yLXdpbGRmaXJlLz9jYW1wYWlnbl9pZD0yOTAmZW1jPWVkaXRfd2NkXzIwMjQwNTE5Jmluc3RhbmNlX2lkPTEyMzcxNSZubD10aGUtcmVjb21tZW5kYXRpb24mcmVnaV9pZD0xNjY0NDY4MjImc2VnbWVudF9pZD0xNjcxMTYmdXNlcl9pZD1kNjZlM2Q0MzVkYjVmOWFmMDljYmI1NWUxMGRjZmVjZFcDbnl0QgpmRTfxSWYYe0r8Uht0cmlzdHJhbWJhbGR3aW45MkBnbWFpbC5jb21YBAAAAAM~)—whether you live in an area prone to wildfires, or somewhere where polluted, smoky air is increasingly common. [The air purifiers we recommend→](~/AAAAAQA~/RgRoLHY3P0TZaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cubnl0aW1lcy5jb20vd2lyZWN1dHRlci9yZXZpZXdzL2Jlc3QtYWlyLXB1cmlmaWVyLz9jYW1wYWlnbl9pZD0yOTAmZW1jPWVkaXRfd2NkXzIwMjQwNTE5Jmluc3RhbmNlX2lkPTEyMzcxNSZubD10aGUtcmVjb21tZW5kYXRpb24mcmVnaV9pZD0xNjY0NDY4MjImc2VnbWVudF9pZD0xNjcxMTYmdXNlcl9pZD1kNjZlM2Q0MzVkYjVmOWFmMDljYmI1NWUxMGRjZmVjZFcDbnl0QgpmRTfxSWYYe0r8Uht0cmlzdHJhbWJhbGR3aW45MkBnbWFpbC5jb21YBAAAAAM~) We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. 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[The Best Respirator Mask for Smoke and Dust](~/AAAAAQA~/RgRoLHY3P0TcaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cubnl0aW1lcy5jb20vd2lyZWN1dHRlci9yZXZpZXdzL2Jlc3QtcmVzcGlyYXRvci1tYXNrLz9jYW1wYWlnbl9pZD0yOTAmZW1jPWVkaXRfd2NkXzIwMjQwNTE5Jmluc3RhbmNlX2lkPTEyMzcxNSZubD10aGUtcmVjb21tZW5kYXRpb24mcmVnaV9pZD0xNjY0NDY4MjImc2VnbWVudF9pZD0xNjcxMTYmdXNlcl9pZD1kNjZlM2Q0MzVkYjVmOWFmMDljYmI1NWUxMGRjZmVjZFcDbnl0QgpmRTfxSWYYe0r8Uht0cmlzdHJhbWJhbGR3aW45MkBnbWFpbC5jb21YBAAAAAM~) [The best respirator masks](~/AAAAAQA~/RgRoLHY3P0TcaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cubnl0aW1lcy5jb20vd2lyZWN1dHRlci9yZXZpZXdzL2Jlc3QtcmVzcGlyYXRvci1tYXNrLz9jYW1wYWlnbl9pZD0yOTAmZW1jPWVkaXRfd2NkXzIwMjQwNTE5Jmluc3RhbmNlX2lkPTEyMzcxNSZubD10aGUtcmVjb21tZW5kYXRpb24mcmVnaV9pZD0xNjY0NDY4MjImc2VnbWVudF9pZD0xNjcxMTYmdXNlcl9pZD1kNjZlM2Q0MzVkYjVmOWFmMDljYmI1NWUxMGRjZmVjZFcDbnl0QgpmRTfxSWYYe0r8Uht0cmlzdHJhbWJhbGR3aW45MkBnbWFpbC5jb21YBAAAAAM~) [Our favorite masks are ​​comfortable](~/AAAAAQA~/RgRoLHY3P0TcaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cubnl0aW1lcy5jb20vd2lyZWN1dHRlci9yZXZpZXdzL2Jlc3QtcmVzcGlyYXRvci1tYXNrLz9jYW1wYWlnbl9pZD0yOTAmZW1jPWVkaXRfd2NkXzIwMjQwNTE5Jmluc3RhbmNlX2lkPTEyMzcxNSZubD10aGUtcmVjb21tZW5kYXRpb24mcmVnaV9pZD0xNjY0NDY4MjImc2VnbWVudF9pZD0xNjcxMTYmdXNlcl9pZD1kNjZlM2Q0MzVkYjVmOWFmMDljYmI1NWUxMGRjZmVjZFcDbnl0QgpmRTfxSWYYe0r8Uht0cmlzdHJhbWJhbGR3aW45MkBnbWFpbC5jb21YBAAAAAM~), widely available, and certified to filter out 95% of harmful particulates. [An illustration showing emergency preparedness supplies.](~/AAAAAQA~/RgRoLHY3P0TlaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cubnl0aW1lcy5jb20vd2lyZWN1dHRlci9yZXZpZXdzL3Rvb2xzLXRvLXByZXBhcmUtZm9yLXdpbGRmaXJlLz9jYW1wYWlnbl9pZD0yOTAmZW1jPWVkaXRfd2NkXzIwMjQwNTE5Jmluc3RhbmNlX2lkPTEyMzcxNSZubD10aGUtcmVjb21tZW5kYXRpb24mcmVnaV9pZD0xNjY0NDY4MjImc2VnbWVudF9pZD0xNjcxMTYmdXNlcl9pZD1kNjZlM2Q0MzVkYjVmOWFmMDljYmI1NWUxMGRjZmVjZFcDbnl0QgpmRTfxSWYYe0r8Uht0cmlzdHJhbWJhbGR3aW45MkBnbWFpbC5jb21YBAAAAAM~) [Our full guide to wildfire preparedness](~/AAAAAQA~/RgRoLHY3P0TlaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cubnl0aW1lcy5jb20vd2lyZWN1dHRlci9yZXZpZXdzL3Rvb2xzLXRvLXByZXBhcmUtZm9yLXdpbGRmaXJlLz9jYW1wYWlnbl9pZD0yOTAmZW1jPWVkaXRfd2NkXzIwMjQwNTE5Jmluc3RhbmNlX2lkPTEyMzcxNSZubD10aGUtcmVjb21tZW5kYXRpb24mcmVnaV9pZD0xNjY0NDY4MjImc2VnbWVudF9pZD0xNjcxMTYmdXNlcl9pZD1kNjZlM2Q0MzVkYjVmOWFmMDljYmI1NWUxMGRjZmVjZFcDbnl0QgpmRTfxSWYYe0r8Uht0cmlzdHJhbWJhbGR3aW45MkBnbWFpbC5jb21YBAAAAAM~) [Here’s how to plan and protect yourself](~/AAAAAQA~/RgRoLHY3P0TlaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cubnl0aW1lcy5jb20vd2lyZWN1dHRlci9yZXZpZXdzL3Rvb2xzLXRvLXByZXBhcmUtZm9yLXdpbGRmaXJlLz9jYW1wYWlnbl9pZD0yOTAmZW1jPWVkaXRfd2NkXzIwMjQwNTE5Jmluc3RhbmNlX2lkPTEyMzcxNSZubD10aGUtcmVjb21tZW5kYXRpb24mcmVnaV9pZD0xNjY0NDY4MjImc2VnbWVudF9pZD0xNjcxMTYmdXNlcl9pZD1kNjZlM2Q0MzVkYjVmOWFmMDljYmI1NWUxMGRjZmVjZFcDbnl0QgpmRTfxSWYYe0r8Uht0cmlzdHJhbWJhbGR3aW45MkBnbWFpbC5jb21YBAAAAAM~) in areas at risk of wildfires. [Plus: Beyond wildfire smoke, here’s what else we recommend air purifiers for](~/AAAAAQA~/RgRoLHY3P0TpaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cubnl0aW1lcy5jb20vd2lyZWN1dHRlci9yZXZpZXdzL2Jlc3QtYWlyLXB1cmlmaWVyLz9jYW1wYWlnbl9pZD0yOTAmZW1jPWVkaXRfd2NkXzIwMjQwNTE5Jmluc3RhbmNlX2lkPTEyMzcxNSZubD10aGUtcmVjb21tZW5kYXRpb24mcmVnaV9pZD0xNjY0NDY4MjImc2VnbWVudF9pZD0xNjcxMTYmdXNlcl9pZD1kNjZlM2Q0MzVkYjVmOWFmMDljYmI1NWUxMGRjZmVjZCN3aG8tdGhpcy1pcy1mb3JXA255dEIKZkU38UlmGHtK_FIbdHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luOTJAZ21haWwuY29tWAQAAAAD) [A line-up of some of our picks for best air purifier, organized into two rows.](~/AAAAAQA~/RgRoLHY3P0TpaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cubnl0aW1lcy5jb20vd2lyZWN1dHRlci9yZXZpZXdzL2Jlc3QtYWlyLXB1cmlmaWVyLz9jYW1wYWlnbl9pZD0yOTAmZW1jPWVkaXRfd2NkXzIwMjQwNTE5Jmluc3RhbmNlX2lkPTEyMzcxNSZubD10aGUtcmVjb21tZW5kYXRpb24mcmVnaV9pZD0xNjY0NDY4MjImc2VnbWVudF9pZD0xNjcxMTYmdXNlcl9pZD1kNjZlM2Q0MzVkYjVmOWFmMDljYmI1NWUxMGRjZmVjZCN3aG8tdGhpcy1pcy1mb3JXA255dEIKZkU38UlmGHtK_FIbdHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luOTJAZ21haWwuY29tWAQAAAAD) Photo: Connie Park Even if your home’s air is never exposed to wildfire smoke, an air purifier can be [beneficial for other reasons](~/AAAAAQA~/RgRoLHY3P0TpaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cubnl0aW1lcy5jb20vd2lyZWN1dHRlci9yZXZpZXdzL2Jlc3QtYWlyLXB1cmlmaWVyLz9jYW1wYWlnbl9pZD0yOTAmZW1jPWVkaXRfd2NkXzIwMjQwNTE5Jmluc3RhbmNlX2lkPTEyMzcxNSZubD10aGUtcmVjb21tZW5kYXRpb24mcmVnaV9pZD0xNjY0NDY4MjImc2VnbWVudF9pZD0xNjcxMTYmdXNlcl9pZD1kNjZlM2Q0MzVkYjVmOWFmMDljYmI1NWUxMGRjZmVjZCN3aG8tdGhpcy1pcy1mb3JXA255dEIKZkU38UlmGHtK_FIbdHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luOTJAZ21haWwuY29tWAQAAAAD): - Running one on high for a few minutes cleans a room’s air quickly. This can make a big difference during moments of temporary increased pollution, like if food burns in the kitchen, for example. - They can be especially helpful this time of year for people with allergies, because they rapidly capture most common airborne allergens, including dust, pollen, mold, mildew, and pet dander. - They also capture airborne pathogens like bacteria, as well as most, if not all, viruses. [We recommend them even if you have a modern HVAC system→](~/AAAAAQA~/RgRoLHY3P0TjaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cubnl0aW1lcy5jb20vd2lyZWN1dHRlci9yZXZpZXdzL2Fzay13aXJlY3V0dGVyLWFpci1wdXJpZmllci8_Y2FtcGFpZ25faWQ9MjkwJmVtYz1lZGl0X3djZF8yMDI0MDUxOSZpbnN0YW5jZV9pZD0xMjM3MTUmbmw9dGhlLXJlY29tbWVuZGF0aW9uJnJlZ2lfaWQ9MTY2NDQ2ODIyJnNlZ21lbnRfaWQ9MTY3MTE2JnVzZXJfaWQ9ZDY2ZTNkNDM1ZGI1ZjlhZjA5Y2JiNTVlMTBkY2ZlY2RXA255dEIKZkU38UlmGHtK_FIbdHJpc3RyYW1iYWxkd2luOTJAZ21haWwuY29tWAQAAAAD) Thanks for reading. You can reach the Wirecutter newsletters team at newsletters@wirecutter.com. 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