Air quality alert affecting Los Angeles Thursday

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An air quality alert was reported by the NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA on Wednesday at 11:50 a.m. in effect until Thursday at 11 a.m. for Los Angeles.

This alert is in effect until Thursday at 11 a.m.

Air quality alerts: Your safety roadmap by the NWS

• Stay inside if possible, particularly if you have respiratory concerns or other health problems, or are a senior or child.
• If you must go out, try to limit the amount of time you are out to strictly essential activities.
• Minimize your use of items that increase pollution, such as cars, gas-powered lawnmowers, and other vehicles.
• Do not burn debris or other items during an air quality alert.
• Stay Informed - Listen to NOAA Weather Radio or your favorite weather news station.

Source: The National Weather Service

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This story was originally published April 1, 2026 at 11:55 AM.