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Public health officials and South Coast AQMD urge masks, staying inside as smoke persists
Summary
Los Angeles County Department of Public Health and the South Coast Air Quality Management District urged residents to reduce smoke exposure, recommended N95 respirators for sensitive groups, and provided mental-health and helpline resources.
Dr. Muntu Davis of the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health and South Coast Air Quality Management District representatives urged residents to take precautions against smoke and toxic debris as recovery begins.
"When dealing with wildfire smoke, I mean, really, it's a question about risk and how to reduce your risk," Dr. Muntu Davis said, describing guidance the department has issued to reduce health impacts.
Officials recommended that residents, and especially people with underlying health conditions,…
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