Organization: South Coast Air Quality Management District
Date: October 12, 2008
Unhealthful Air Quality Forecast Due to Wildfire in Angeles National Forest
Due to a wildfire in the Angeles National Forest north of Pacoima, areas
of smoke may occur in parts of Los Angeles County. Concentrations of fine
particulate may reach the Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups category or higher
in areas directly impacted by smoke.
All individuals are urged to exercise caution and avoid unnecessary
outdoor activities in any area directly impacted by smoke. This includes
areas where residents can see or smell smoke.
In areas directly impacted by smoke: Everyone should avoid any
vigorous outdoor or indoor exertion; people with respiratory or heart disease,
the elderly, and children should remain indoors. Keep your windows and
doors closed unless it is extremely hot inside. In these cases, seek alternate
shelter. Run your air conditioner if you have one. Keep the fresh air intake
closed and the filter clean to prevent bringing additional smoke inside.
For more tips on avoiding health impacts from the smoke, see
Wildfire Safety Tips on AQMD's website.
AQMD is the air pollution control agency for Orange County and major
portions of Los Angeles, San Bernardino and Riverside counties.
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