California Fires Prompt Air Quality Warnings In Los Angeles

Unhealthy air lingered Sunday in Los Angeles and Orange counties, which are worst hit by the wind-driven blazes.

Although the Santa Ana winds subsided, smoke advisories were issued due to the acrid smoke.

Residents in smoke-impacted areas are urged to stay indoors, particularly the elderly, children and those with breathing difficulties and heart disease.

People who can see or smell smoke should also take precaution, according to the South Coast Air Quality Management District.

Air quality will be unhealthy in Orange County; San Fernando Valley; downtown Los Angeles; South Bay area including Long Beach; Corona area; the Chino Hills area; parts of the San Gabriel Mountains near the Sayre Fire; and northwest Los Angeles County coastal area.

Los Angeles County public health officials also warned residents this weekend to take precautions and advised that some sports organizations, notably youth leagues, cancel weekend games.

Several sports events across the region were canceled since the air-quality warnings began, including the Pasadena Marathon, which was scheduled to be run today.