Recommendations for Residents Following a Fire in Klaipėda District

Following a fire at a sawmill in Maciuičiai village, Klaipėda district, specialists from the National Public Health Centre remind residents that smoke from the fire can be hazardous to health.

• If you are outdoors and see dark smoke or smell a strong odour, move away to avoid inhaling the fumes carried by the wind.
• Residents living closer to the fire are advised to stay indoors and keep windows, vents, and doors closed.
• If your home has a mechanical ventilation system or air recuperation, it is recommended to turn it off.
• Do not leave pets outdoors.
• If you start feeling unwell, seek medical attention immediately.
• When driving near the fire area, keep car windows tightly closed.

Symptoms of Acute Pollutant Exposure:

🔹 Irritation of the eyes, nose, and throat.
🔹 Shortness of breath, coughing.
🔹 Reduced lung function (especially for people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease - COPD).
🔹 Increased susceptibility to respiratory infections (especially in children).
🔹 Worsened allergic or inflammatory respiratory reactions.

Take precautions and seek medical help if needed.

Last updated: 10-02-2025

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