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  Keep an eye out for smoke in S. Oregon over the weekend of July 30-31 Wind this weekend has brought wildfire smoke into parts of Klamath, Jackson, and Josephine Counties. Smoke from the McKinley Fire in California could impact these areas over the weekend.  Our team will be monitoring conditions and posting updates as needed. Air quality conditions can change rapidly. Check current conditions on the Oregon Smoke Blog,  DEQ’s Air Quality Index   or by downloading the free OregonAir app for your smartphone. Smoke can irritate the eyes and lungs and worsen some medical conditions. People most at risk include infants and young children, people with heart or lung disease, older adults and pregnant women. Protect yourself and your family when smoke levels are high: Stay inside if possible. Keep windows and doors closed. Avoid strenuous outdoor activity. Use high efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters in indoor ventilation systems or portable air pur