US Map Shows States With Worse Air Quality Amid California Wildfires
Poor air quality has been detected in multiple states surrounding California. The state has been hit with multiple deadly fires that left thousands of homes destroyed. Wildfire smoke contains fine particles that can reach deep into the lungs and enter the bloodstream,
Why It’s So Confusing to Determine Air Quality in Los Angeles Right Now
Calculating air pollution from wildfires and other events has become more complicated. That doesn’t mean it’s necessarily more accurate.
Air Quality Improves Across L.A., but Ash Remains a Threat
The fresh air came after days of acrid smoke from wildfires, but officials warned that conditions could rapidly worsen again.
Los Angeles Continues to Face Air Quality Warnings Amid Wildfires
The hazardous air quality in Los Angeles is largely a result of smoke from the Pacific Palisades Fire, intensified by strong Santa Ana winds.
Concerned about LA air quality? Here are 7 expert tips
Wear a tight-fitting N95 mask at the bare minimum, but a P100 is better, experts say. Wear long sleeves, eye protection, closed-toed shoes and cut-resistant gloves. Clean or decontaminate anything that’s been in contact with ash.
Los Angeles wildfires timeline: How the deadly blazes unfolded
Dozens of people are believed to have died in the Palisades and Eaton fires, which have burned down whole swaths of communities
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.
Los Angeles wildfires trigger air quality warnings and health concerns
As the wildfires raged and smoke billowed across Los Angeles, officials issued air quality alerts, schools canceled classes and scientists warned about the dangerous - even fatal - consequences of wildfire smoke.
Los Angeles Air Quality Improves From Wildfires' Hazardous Levels
Smoke from several wildfires in metro Los Angeles negatively affects the air quality of a population of about 18 million people. Air quality in Los Angeles was at "moderate" levels on Thursday morning,
Air quality concerns linger following wildfires
During the wildfires, several communities throughout LA County experienced poor air quality. Chris Chavez, deputy policy director for the Coalition for Clean Air, says many people are now breathing toxic air.
Wildfire health questions: Air quality, clean up risks and more
KCRW and R&S Kayne Foundation Los Angeles held a public information panel and Q&A session regarding immediate and long-term health considerations from the fires. Watch in English or Spanish.
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As Palisades and Eaton fires in Los Angeles County continue to smolder, experts warn of hidden dangers in air quality
Air quality remains a big concern in Los Angeles County, and not just for those nearby the Palisades and Eaton fires.
Pasadena declares Eaton Fire local health emergency amid air quality concerns
The city of Pasadena has declared a local public health emergency​ a week after the Eaton Fire caused widespread destruction.
In Los Angeles, people snap up air filters and wear masks against smoke pollution
People are taking precautions as multiple wildfires cause poor air quality across a wide swath of Los Angeles County.
Risks from ash and air pollution remain for people returning after wildfires. Here’s how to stay safe
As people return to the structures spared from Los Angeles wildfires, experts warn that they should be careful of the air ...
Windblown dust and ash advisory remains as strong Santa Ana winds expected throughout Los Angeles County
A windblown dust and ash advisory remains in effect in Los Angeles County as another round of strong Santa Ana winds is ...
NWS issues air quality alert affecting Southern California Wednesday
On Wednesday at 6:04 a.m. an air quality alert was issued valid until 7 p.m. The alert is for Eastern San Fernando Valley, ...
Los Angeles wildfires: Firefighters face several more critical hours of Wednesday’s dangerous winds
The Eaton and Palisades fires are now the most destructive wildfires in Southern California history, according to Cal Fire.
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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 ...