The Air Quality Index does not take into account many gas or particle contaminants ... such as the PurpleAir network, which measures fine particles in the air. The data comes from small sensors people ...

Unlike typical wildfires, smoke from the L.A. fires — consisting of toxic materials from burned down homes, cars, and more — poses additional risks to public health.

then take measures to protect yourself,” he said. Local health officials have provided full lists of guidance on how to minimize your health risks. The Air Quality Index, or AQI, is the primary ...

Toxics in the air from urban wildfires may include dioxins, asbestos, and lead. But testing, until recently, for these air ...

Specialized air quality instruments captured a spike in lead, chlorine, and bromine pollution during the L.A. wildfires.

The Pursat Provincial Department of Environment has urged residents to stop burning solid waste at home or setting fires in ...