Wildfires, Air Quality Index

US Map Shows States With Worse Air Quality Amid California Wildfires
The Air Quality Index measured 156 near Forks, Washington, and received a rating of "unhealthy," meaning some members of the general public may experience health effects and members of sensitive groups may experience more serious health effects. No major wildfires were reported nearby, however.
Is the Air Quality Index enough? What the AQI can — and can't — tell you about how healthy the atmosphere is.
After fires destroyed multiple neighborhoods across Los Angeles County, many residents looked up to find blue, smoke-free skies this week. The Air Quality Index (AQI) — which measures the concentration of pollutants in the air — seemed to confirm all was well in the L.
US: Hazardous air quality forces residents indoors after wildfires in Los Angeles
Storyline: Wildfires in the Los Angeles area of Southern California have forced residents to remain indoors due to hazardous air quality. Health officials are warning of the long-term effects of toxic chemicals,
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.
Southern California fire weather expected to linger. What does that mean for air quality?
After the fires get under control, wind could help push some particles out of the air, as will gravity with some larger compounds. Gases and fine particles could hang around longer. In burned areas, winds or movement from the cleanup could kick up contaminated soil, putting them back in the air.
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 air quality improves from wildfires' hazardous levels
Air quality in wildfire-stricken Los Angeles improved on Thursday from hazardous peaks hit earlier this month, as tiny soot particles that can penetrate the lungs and brain dropped to moderate levels,
Los Angeles air quality and smoke maps: See latest AQI numbers in Southern California
Already known for having some of the worst air quality in the U.S., people in Southern California are now also at risk of inhaling smoke.
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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Is the air quality index actually useful right now?
The air has improved in the LA region as firefighters get blazes under control, but there are questions about how safe the ...
Air quality is still bad in fire-ravaged areas, despite today’s green AQMD map
There are many pollutants of concern in wildfire smoke,” including ozone, carbon monoxide and other toxic gases, says ...
As the fires continue to smolder, what is the air quality forecast for this weekend?
On Friday, the South Coast Air Quality Management District issued a smoke advisory for the fourth consecutive day, largely ...
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Central Valley air quality 101: How to protect yourself from it and report on it
Reports are our friends and the more reports we create, the better it is for us to really double down on these facilities ...