Air Quality Index, Wildfire smoke

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 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.
What to Know About Wildfire Smoke and Air Quality
The LA wildfires have burned tens of thousands of acres – but on some weather maps, air quality still looks good. What’s going on?
The importance of indoor air quality for health
Sustaining a clean and sanitized indoor environment guarantees optimum indoor air quality, but utilizing the wrong cleaning and disinfection products can introduce harmful airborne chemicals and VOCs. This can worsen respiratory issues and promote indoor air pollution.
LA wildfires: How can wildfire smoke affect your health?
Experts lay bare the health effects of breathing in wildfire smoke and the steps that can be taken to reduce one's risk.
Here’s What Makes The California Wildfire Smoke So Toxic
The record-breaking wildfires in California, including the Palisades and Eaton fires, are unleashing toxic smoke filled with hazardous chemicals, wreaking havoc on air quality for miles around and raising concerns about the safety of homes long after the flames are extinguished.
Here's What Wildfire Smoke Does To Your Body And Why It's So Dangerous For You To Breathe
Wildfire smoke is linked to a host of medical problems, even in people who are otherwise healthy. Here's what you need to know.
The long-term health effects of LA County wildfire smoke
The explosion of smoke and ash that erupted from two wildfires was beyond belief. In the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains, as the Eaton fire engulfed homes and businesses, a thick blanket of smoke rolled over the horizon,
Improve your indoor air quality with the help of these 9 products
Air purifiers are a great tool for improving your indoor air quality. You could also invest in a sensor just so you know what ...
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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, ...
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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 ...
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 ...
Fire at California lithium battery plant raises concerns about air quality
A fire at the world’s largest battery storage plant in Northern California is smoldering after sending plumes of toxic smoke ...
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 ...
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How to keep yourself safe from the dismal air quality driven by these fires
Depending on the fire, the smoke can be made up of various substances, including carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, water vapor ...
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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.