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EPA Warns California Residents to Stay Indoors Amid Air Quality Crisis

12/30/2025

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The Environmental Protection Agency advised residents in parts of California to stay indoors due to unhealthy PM2.5 recorded on December 30.
The advisory applies to Summerville, Lewiston, Hayfork, and Weaverville.
Sensitive groups including the elderly and people with heart or lung conditions should avoid outdoor activities.
Others should reduce the intensity of their outdoor activities.
Exposure to PM2.5 can worsen health and trigger coughing, throat irritation, and shortness of breath.

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The Environmental Protection Agency advised residents in parts of California to stay indoors due to unhealthy PM2.5 recorded on December 30.
The advisory applies to Summerville, Lewiston, Hayfork, and Weaverville.
Sensitive groups including the elderly and people with heart or lung conditions should avoid outdoor activities.
Others should reduce the intensity of their outdoor activities.
Exposure to PM2.5 can worsen health and trigger coughing, throat irritation, and shortness of breath.