* WHAT…The South Coast AQMD has issued an air quality alert due to
harmful levels of windblown dust and ash.
* WHERE…South Coast Air Basin and Coachella Valley. Windblown ash
is possible in areas southwest of recently burned areas. Pollution
levels can vary by time and location depending on emissions and
local weather conditions.
* WHEN…Impacts are possible from Monday evening until Wednesday at
7 PM.
* IMPACTS…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 respiratory infections.
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.