PUBLIC HEALTH ALERT: CRITICAL WILDFIRE RECOVERY GUIDANCE
Residents returning after recent wildfires: Review these essential safety documents before re-entering your property or beginning cleanup. Hidden hazards exist in fire-affected areas.
🔗 Access these critical resources:
- Returning Home Safety Checklist
(Structural safety, ash pits, debris handling, water system checks) - Fire Retardant & Drinking Water FAQ
(PFAS info, foam exposure guidance, water safety) - Mental Health After a Wildfire
(Protect your Emotional Well-Being) - After a Disaster Toolkit
⚠️ Immediate Actions:
• Do NOT enter damaged structures until cleared by authorities.
• Avoid all fire retardant residue – skin contact requires washing.
• Assume all food/water is compromised until verified.
📞 Need Help?
• Archuleta Public Health: 970-264-2409