You're no stranger to the impact a drought can have on the Southwest. During a drought, the risk of wildfires and dust storms increases; smoke and particulate matter from these events can linger in your air and impact respiratory health. Dry conditions can actually impact the rate at which plants reduce air pollution, complicating clean air efforts.

Of all the weather-related phenomena that can cause severe economic impacts in the United States, droughts come in second only to hurricanes, according to the National Climatic Data Center.

With a drought comes dry air. Ensuring your home's humidity is between 40-60% will help keep your family healthy while indoors. Installing an AprilAire whole-home air purifier and an AprilAire ventilation system can help protect your home from future air quality issues, no matter the natural disaster. Find a Healthy Air Professional in the Southwest today.