24-05-2025
More Than 50,000 Californians Told To Stay Inside Over Dangerous Conditions
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More than 50,000 residents in California have been advised to stay indoors due to dangerous air pollution levels.
The South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD) issued an air quality alert across parts of the Coachella Valley including Indio, Palma Springs, Cathedral City, La Quinta and Coachella.
"Particle pollution can get deep into the lungs and cause serious health problems such as asthma attacks, heart and lung disease symptoms, and increased risk of lung infections," the National Weather Service (NWS) said in a statement.
"Everyone can be affected, but sensitive groups such as people with lung or heart disease, older adults, people who are pregnant, children, and those who spend a lot of time outdoors are at greater risk."
Residents are urged to monitor air quality levels, limit or avoid outdoor activities depending on Air Quality Index (AQI) conditions, and take precautions to keep indoor air clean.
Smoke billows into the air following wildfires in Los Angeles in January.
Smoke billows into the air following wildfires in Los Angeles in January.
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