When it comes to the wildfire season, you can’t be too prepared. Another virtual Town Hall for Western Nevada County residents is happening Thursday afternoon, hosted by YubaNet and the County Office of Emergency Services. This time, OES spokeswoman Jenn Tamo says chiefs from most of the local fire districts will be on hand to answer community questions…

Health officials say wildfire smoke contains a lot of fine particulate matter. Immune cells that protect the lungs from viruses and bacteria can become overwhelmed. Tamo says residents are also concerned about still being urged to stay indoors, to lessen exposure to the coronavirus, but also having no electricity, because of a Public Safety Power Shutoff. Also, homeowners may ask about grant funding available for prevention measure expenses…

The virtual Town Hall is from noon to two-pm Thursday afternoon on the YubaNet web site. Questions can be submitted to the OES or YubaNet, including on line, or you can ask them while the event is going on.