An updated air quality alert was issued on Friday at 6:14 p.m. in effect until Saturday at 6:15 p.m. The alert is for San Bernardino and Riverside County Valleys-The Inland Empire, San Bernardino County Mountains,

An air quality alert was issued for much of southern California on Friday, January 8, as fierce wildfires have been raging in the greater Los Angeles area amid dry conditions and high winds. The National Weather Service advised residents to remain indoors with their windows closed and to wear N95 masks if they have to go outside.

If the air quality in your area is compromised, there are several things you can do to protect yourself. Special attention should be paid to those who have compromised respiratory, lung or heart health, as well as children and older adults who are generally more vulnerable.