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  • How to protect yourself from particulate matter from wildfire smoke

    Sam DiGiovanna, Special to Village News|Updated Aug 23, 2024

    It’s pretty inevitable living in California, even if your home is not in the path of a fire, you can still be affected by smoke particles released into the air from wildfires. We are seeing wildfires throughout Southern California, and these will increase in weeks and months to come. Particulate matter is the main public health threat during short-term exposure to wildfire smoke, so it’s crucial to protect yourself. Really, it’s about common sense. If you can see the smoke, if you can smell the smoke, chances are the parti...

  • Take care of the intake valve to your heart

    Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna, Special to Village News|Updated Feb 29, 2024

    When I first started the fire service, I knew the importance of staying fit as firefighting is a strenuous job. I worked out regularly and ate right. I would make healthy meals like taco salads, stuffed eggplant, chicken and vegetable meals, but the older guys hated them. They wanted their “meat and potatoes” or “structure burgers” filled with grease and a side of fries. I caught a lot of grief for my healthy heart-smart meals. Some would even order pizza to satisfy their cravings after picking at my meals. Back then, n...