Wildfires pose significant challenges for health centers, impacting both patient care and the resilience of facilities. Wildfires have been increasing in frequency and severity over time and it’s critical for health centers to prepare for and respond to these emergencies effectively. This resource hub is designed to equip health centers with essential tools, guidance, and practices to address the clinical and infrastructure challenges associated with wildfires. Have a resource that you would like to add to this page? Please email envhealth@nachc.org

Clinical/Patient Resources

• Americares Climate Resilience Clinics Toolkit– View wildfire resources for patients and providers
• The EPA and CDC Wildfire Smoke and Your Patients’ Health -Education resources healthcare professionals about the health effects of wildfire smoke
• The Climate and Health Outlook Wildfire page– Resources for clinical best practices, mental health, general preparedness, and more
• HHS Community Service Block Grant and Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) guidance-Funds to protect vulnerable communities from wildfire smoke and extreme heat.
• Migrant Clinicians Network and Farmworker Justice webinar– Focus for staff on wildfire preparedness for migratory and seasonal agricultural workers
• Pediatric Pandemic Network– Wildfire/Smoke Resources for Providers and Caregivers
• Sesame Street– Various resources to support children in times of emergency
  • Here for Each Other Family Guide (English and Spanish)
  • Here for Each Other Video Segments (English and Spanish)
  • Self-Caring: During & After a Crisis (English and Spanish)
  • Traumatic Experiences Topic Page to remind children they are not alone
  • Talking About Big Feelings
  • Emergency Helpers

Infrastructure Resources

• Americares Climate Resilience Clinics Toolkit– View wildfire resources for administrators
• Capital Link – Obtaining FEMA funding for damaged/destroyed facilities
• FEMA Press Release– Assistance for Wildfires
• FEMA Assistance for Governments and Private Non-Profits After a Disaster

Additional Resources

• HRSA BPHC’s Emergency Information Kit – Key Resources for Health Centers