A wildfire smoke alert was issued by the Puget Sound Clean Air Agency and local public health agencies of King, Kitsap, Pierce, and Snohomish counties, stating that air pollution is increasing due to wildfire smoke and may cause health problems. The Cascades are already seeing wildfire-related smoke and could reach UNHEALTHY this afternoon.” Officials add that more smoke will move in Tuesday, Aug. 4, and air quality throughout the region could reach UNHEALTHY and remain through Thursday. If you can’t stay cool at home or are especially sensitive to smoke, it may be best to seek shelter elsewhere. For more information on ways to reduce your exposure to smoke, see the Washington Department of Health’s Smoke From Fire tips .