Grant County handling out masks due to unhealthy air conditions

Until the smoky weather blows over, the Grant County Health District is giving out free masks for those who may have to be outdoors for extended periods of time.

GCHD and Grant County Emergency Management says they have teamed up with many local cities to set up countywide distribution points for N-95 masks related to the current smoke situation.

Here is a list of locations:

• Moses Lake Fire Department
• Ephrata City Hall
• Quincy City Hall
• Mattawa City Hall
• Warden City Hall
• Royal City, City Hall
• Wilson Creek Farm Supply
• Soap Lake City Hall
• George City Hall
• Grand Coulee City Hall
• Electric City, City Hall

Health officials are also encouraging all coaches to check the visibility and the quality of air before hosting outdoor practices and to seek opportunities to move practices indoors.