A ban on indoor and outdoor wood burning has been implemented in Southern California due to high air pollution levels. The ban will be in effect until at least 11:59 p.m. Saturday in the South Coast Air Basin, covering parts of Los Angeles, Riverside, San Bernardino, and Orange counties. Exemptions include mountain communities above 3,000 feet, the Coachella Valley, and homes without natural gas service.
Residents are reminded that burning wood in fireplaces or any indoor/outdoor wood-burning device is prohibited. Air quality was moderate in most areas with some unhealthy air quality in parts of Los Angeles and the Inland Empire. Fine particles in wood smoke can lead to respiratory problems like asthma.
To receive notifications about no-burn days, residents can sign up for Air Alerts via email or text. The ban aims to reduce air pollution and protect public health in the affected areas.
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