The air quality index (AQI) in many LA regions looks good, but that doesn't mean the air is safe. Why it matters: The AQI in your weather app doesn't account for all pollutants caused by wildfires.

Learn what the air quality index (AQI) means, how it impacts your health, and how to stay safe when pollution is high.

But air quality can vary on a hyperlocal scale, meaning the network of official sites is "fairly sparse," says Michael Jerrett, an air pollution expert at the University of California, Los Angeles.

Support LAist by giving now. Angelenos still bothered by the smell of smoke may be surprised to see that Air Quality Index numbers returned to “healthy” or “moderate” levels this week in L ...

Specialized air quality instruments captured a spike in lead, chlorine, and bromine pollution during the L.A. wildfires.

Those groups particularly sensitive to particulate matter in the air may want to limit time outside Friday and Saturday.

Calculating air pollution from wildfires and other events has become more complicated. That doesn’t mean it’s necessarily more accurate.

When the AQI is above 100, it can affect sensitive groups like children, older adults, and people with pre-existing lung or ...

The air quality in Delhi has shown significant improvement by being in the moderate category for three consecutive days this ...

Here's how you can minimize the effects of poor air quality. Mercey Livingston is a health and wellness writer and certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach. She's written about fitness and ...

New Delhi: As the Air Quality Index (AQI) in the national capital shows improvement, the Commission for Air Quality ...

The air quality in the national capital has shown significant improvement bringing much-needed respite to the residents.