Los Angeles County is under an air quality alert which was reported by the National Weather Service on Tuesday at 6:39 a.m. The alert is in effect until Friday Aug. 28, at 8 p.m.
The full list of affected locations includes:
- San Fernando Valley
- Eastern San Gabriel Mountains
- 5 Freeway corridor near Santa Clarita
- Los Angeles County Inland Coast including Downtown Los Angeles
- San Gabriel Valley
- Santa Clarita Valley
- Santa Susana Mountains
- Western San Gabriel Mountains/Highway 14 Corridor
Air quality alerts: Recommendations from the NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
When an air quality alert is in effect, following the NWS guidance is pivotal. Here are some simple tips from the NWS for safeguarding your well-being:
Prioritize indoor stay:
If you can, take refuge indoors, especially if you have respiratory concerns, underlying health conditions, or belong to the senior or child demographics.
Minimize outdoor ventures:
When venturing outside is unavoidable, restrict your time outdoors solely to essential activities. Reducing exposure is paramount.
Cut back on pollution-inducing activities:
Be mindful of activities that increase pollution, like driving cars, operating gas-powered lawnmowers, or using motorized vehicles. Limit their usage during air quality alerts.
Banish open burning:
Resist the urge to burn debris or any other materials during an air quality alert. This practice only adds to the air pollution problem.
Stay well-informed:
Keep yourself well-informed by tuning in to NOAA Weather Radio or your preferred weather news outlet. Staying in the loop empowers you to make informed decisions regarding outdoor engagements during air quality alerts.
Focus on respiratory health:
If you have respiratory problems or underlying health conditions, exercise extra caution. These conditions can increase your vulnerability to adverse effects from poor air quality.
Following the recommendations from the NWS helps bolster your safety during air quality alerts, minimizing your exposure to potentially harmful pollutants. Stay vigilant, stay protected, and make your health the top priority.
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