UPDATE: The air quality alert for the Orange County and Santa Ana Mountains area is canceled

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The alert was in place for Santa Ana Mountains and Foothills, Orange County Coastal and Orange County Inland.

Air quality alerts: Your safety roadmap by the NWS San Diego CA

• 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 May 19, 2026 at 9:47 PM.