Another day of smoke-filled skies is prompting air quality
officials to extend a health advisory for the Bay Area.
Another day of smoke-filled skies is prompting air quality officials to extend a health advisory for the Bay Area.
Officials with the Bay Area Air Quality Management District say because of smoke from wildfires burning in the region, the air throughout much of the nine counties in the Bay Area region is expected to reach unhealthy levels through Friday.
With air quality gauges recording elevated levels of particulate matter, officials are advising people to take steps to reduce their exposure, including limiting outdoor activities.
People with asthma or lung disease are advised to follow their doctor’s directions.
Elderly people and children are also considered susceptible to elevated air pollution levels.
The National Weather Service is predicting widespread haze and smoke will remain in the skies through at least Saturday night.
