Seasonal Hazards
The seasonal hazards dashboard shows trends in emergency department (ED) visits in Washington state for summer and winter conditions of interest alongside temperature and air quality data. The summer display includes data on ED visits related to asthma, heat-related illness, drownings, recreational boating injuries, and smoke exposure. The winter display includes data on ED visits related to asthma, cold-related illness, motor vehicle crashes, falls, and carbon monoxide (CO) exposure. The data are compiled from RHINO and are presented at the State and County level. All relevant ED visits in Washington are included, regardless of where the patient resides.
Why Is This Data Important?
The data on this dashboard helps us monitor the healthcare impact of seasonal hazards (including temperature and poor air quality) in near-real time during seasonal events (such as the 2021 Heat Dome) across time and by Washington county.
Note: For additional information about the seasonal hazards dashboard and/or to request downloadable data files, please contact the RHINO team at RHINO@doh.wa.gov.