Wildfire smoke lingers in Southern California, prompting air quality concerns this weekend

World News

1 year ago

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A **smoke advisory** from the South Coast Air Quality Management District has been extended due to ongoing wildfires affecting Southern California.
The **Eaton fire** in Altadena is primarily responsible for unhealthy air quality, with smoke reaching various communities, including **downtown Los Angeles** and **Long Beach**.
**Northeasterly winds** have caused unhealthy particulate pollution to travel for miles, prompting residents to evacuate to areas with cleaner air.
The **Los Angeles Unified School District** remained closed Friday due to hazardous air conditions caused by wildfire smoke.
Officials urge residents to avoid wood burning and have provided **air quality relief centers** for those affected by the smoke.

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