Learn about the lasting impact of wildfire smoke on urban surfaces and human health. Discover how these toxic pollutants affect us long after the flames have gone.

As human-driven warming fuels extreme weather patterns across the West — including fires and record heat — outdoor ...

This disposable P100 mask by 3M is approved by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health and promises to ...

Toxic chemicals from L.A.'s fires are going under-reported and pose serious long-term risks, a group of lawmakers say. They ...

With record-breaking pollution levels, dust and black smoke have turned the city into a hazardous zone, affecting health, economy, and daily life ...

Impacts of the LA fires on the the Latino community – the country's largest by percentage – are acute and will be long ...

The North Fork fire is burning in areas of heavy damage from Hurricane Helene near the Woodlawn Community in McDowell County, ...

The recent Martinez refinery fire caused distress among the residents, as authorities initially put a shelter-in-place order as a safety measure.

South Coast AQMD—the air pollution control agency for all of Orange County and the urban portions of Los Angeles, Riverside and San Bernardino counties—covers an area of 10,743 square miles that is ...

Benicia citizens are ready to clear the air regarding an Industrial Safety Ordinance. Tuesday’s Benicia City Council meeting is set to include a segment on the possible adoption of the ...

Contra Costa County officials have lifted a shelter-in-place order that was placed after a fire erupted Saturday at the Martinez Refining Co., injuring at least six people.

Even if you don't live in an area where wildfires are typical, it's important to know how to protect your health.