“N95 masks are the type of face covering protection that I would recommend for somebody who is outside during the air pollution caused by wildfires,” said Marina Vance, PhD, an assistant ...

As Los Angeles contends with the devastating effects of wildfires, medical experts provide tips to protect your lungs, skin ...

While the wildfires that swept across Los Angeles recently displaced over 180,000 people and consumed homes and businesses, the pervasive ...

If you’ve put your COVID face masks into retirement, it’s time to start wearing them again if you live in a large region of ...

Officials are warning of windblown ash and other pollutants from Los Angeles-area fires and say air quality readers won't ...

An N95 mask blocks against 95% of fine particles ... The Air Quality Index is a numerical scale used to measure and report ...

What we’re really worried about is the PM2.5 levels,” or the fine particles in wildfire smoke, which have a diameter of less ...

As multiple wildfires continue to burn across Los Angeles, millions of people are being exposed to hazardous levels of air pollution ... best thing is a face mask or respirator to help avoid ...

As thousands of acres burn across Southern California, wildfire smoke is causing poor air quality in the region and beyond.

The fires in L.A. have caused terrible air quality conditions across the county. Here are ways you can protect yourself, and ...

Practical tips to protect your health during wildfire season, including wearing masks, staying indoors, and tracking air quality.