[Nhcoll-l] Smoke in the collections

[Rachel Delovio]

Good afternoon everyone,

Last Thursday afternoon, a brush fire (see attached images) approached the fence line to our off-site curatorial facility. Fortunately, there was no damage to the building, but there was a haze within the storage areas. We have been airing out the facility since then, which is an IPM concern; however, due to the smell of smoke, we feel there is no other option. It has been a week of opening doors and running fans and the smell of smoke is still lingering. Does anyone have any experience with how long a smoky smell will persist? Fortunately, the haze was gone the first 24 hours and I have not found soot.

Thank you for your input.
Rachel

Rachel Kaleilehua Delovio
Anthropology Collections Manager
Nevada State Museum
600 N. Carson Street
Carson City, NV 89701
Phone: 775.687.4810 x229
Fax: 775.687.4168

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