Hazardous air quality reported in Los Angeles area

See map of where the air quality is being affected by the L.A. wildfires
As thousands of acres burn across Southern California, wildfire smoke is causing poor air quality in the region and beyond.
Doctor on the air quality risks amid wildfires in Los Angeles County
Millions of Los Angeles County residents are facing extremely hazardous air quality as wildfires continue to burn. The air quality index in Los Angeles on Wednesday was 178, which is considered to be "unhealthy" for any individual who is active outdoors.
Wildfires cause hazardous air quality in Los Angeles
The catastrophic wildfires in Los Angeles County have caused toxic air in the region. NBC News' Steve Patterson reports on the threat and how people can protect themselves.
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.
Hazardous air quality reported in Los Angeles area as wildfires rage
Smoke from the raging Southern California wildfires is filling city skylines, causing officials to warn residents of hazardous air quality.
Hazardous wildfire smoke is making L.A. air hard to breath
When inhaled, fine particulate matter, also known as PM2.5, can travel deep into the lungs and even into the bloodstream. Unhealthy levels of exposure to this microscopic debris can damage airways and arteries, potentially triggering heart attacks and strokes.
Wildfire smoke could impact air quality in San Diego as fires blaze across Los Angeles
Smoke from multiple L.A. fires could reduce air quality across Southern California if wind direction shifts. SAN DIEGO COUNTY, Calif. — As multiple fires burn across Los Angeles County, meteorologists said hazardous smoke could drift south through Orange County and into San Diego County at times.
Map shows poor air quality due to Southern California wildfires
Millions woke up to hazy skies and poor air quality Wednesday morning as crews continued to fight the Palisades Fire in western Los Angeles, the Eaton Fire near Altadena and the Hurst/Sylmar Fire
Live updates: Los Angeles wildfires spread as tens of thousands evacuate
The Palisades Fire and Eaton Fire in California are spurring evacuations as strong Santa Ana winds stoke the flames. Follow live updates.
Live Updates: Wildfires Erupt in Los Angeles, Driven by Fierce Winds
The region’s utility company said it was prepared to cut power to more than 400,000 customers to try to prevent more blazes.
Hazardous air quality reported in Los Angeles area as deadly wildfires rage, engulfing skyline with smoke
Smoke from the raging Southern California wildfires is filling city skylines, leaving officials to warn residents of hazardous air quality.
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