Air Quality Alert for Los Angeles County and South Bay Cities

Air Quality Alert for Los Angeles County and South Bay Cities

Due to the ongoing fire incidents in the region, AQMD (Air Quality Management District) is recommending the following precautions for any area that is impacted by smoke:

• Limit exposure to smoke by keeping doors and windows closed.
• Avoid vigorous physical activity.
• Avoid swamp coolers or fans that filter in outside air.
• Avoid using wood burning appliances or fireplaces.
• If you must be outside, consider wearing respiratory protection.

South Coast AQMD is the regulatory agency responsible for improving and regulating air quality for large areas of Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino counties, including the Coachella Valley.

Air quality conditions may change rapidly based on fire activity and weather. Download the South Coast AQMD app or visit www.aqmd.gov/AQImap for real-time updates.

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