Why wildfire ash’s impact on air quality doesn’t show up on AQMD’s air quality map
Wildfire ash carries many carcinogens that could cause short- and long-term health problems, including asthma attacks and difficulty breathing.
Wildfires pollute the air with smoke, dust, ash. Here's how to protect yourself
Several parts of southern California are currently under windblown dust and ash advisories as deadly wildfires continue to burn. Here's how to protect yourself.
What parents should know about wildfire air quality, ash, and protecting kids
Wildfire smoke causes particularly dangerous air quality, especially for sensitive groups including children and pregnant people.
Windblown dust and ash advisory extended. How wildfires are affecting LA air quality
Ash from the recent LA County fires and burn scars formed by other wildfires in the fall can be dispersed by strong winds. See an air quality map.
The Best Ways to Protect Yourself From Wildfire Smoke
Yet even in areas that aren’t burning, plumes of smoke remain a serious and ongoing public health threat—especially as the region braces for dangerous winds that could fuel the spread of ash and smoke.
LA Times Today: How to protect yourself from the smoke caused by L.A. wildfires
Air quality officials have issued smoke advisories for wide areas of L.A. County. L.A. Times reporter Karen Garcia spoke with Renee Eng about how to keep your indoor air clean when there’s wildfire smoke outside.
How To Protect Yourself From California Wildfires and Ash Impacts
As fires continue to burn in California, there are many ways to protect yourself and your family from wildfire smoke and ash.
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Does a ‘good’ Air Quality Index rating mean it’s safe to be outdoors?
The Air Quality Index, or AQI, is the primary system used to warn the public when air pollution is dangerous. It’s based on ...
This Free iPhone and Mac Widget Tracks Your Local Air Quality
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Oregon DEQ issues air quality advisory for La Pine, Klamath and southern Lake counties due to air stagnation
The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality issued an air quality advisory Wednesday for Klamath County, southern Lake ...
LA wildfires maps show evacuations, power outages, air quality
Wildfires are tearing through thousands of acres in Los Angeles County in California, as strong Santa Ana winds stoke the ...
Delhi’s air quality plummets, Grap 3 and 4 back on
The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) in NCR and adjoining areas said it held a review earlier in the day and ...
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Here's what to know about air quality issues from SoCal fires
Air quality is a big concern for everyone in Southern California, even for those who don't live near fire zones. Here are answers to some of your top questions.