Instructions on how to build a DIY air cleaner

Oct 05, 2023

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WASHINGTON — As smoke from wildfires in Canada sweeps across the east coast, impacting the air quality for millions, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has shared how to build an at-home air cleaner.

The DIY project is suggested as an alternative for those who cannot purchase a portable air cleaner or high-efficiency HVAC system.

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EPA'S SAFETY TIPS FOR USING A DIY AIR CLEANER

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A smoky haze has settled in over metro Washington and other parts of the region due to more than 100 wildfires in eastern Canada.

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