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California Residents Warned: Stay Indoors Amid High Pollution

1/6/2026

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The AirNow map shows PM2.5 pollution in the 'unhealthy' category in Plumas National Forest and Sierra Valley.
Thousands of California residents are advised to stay indoors as air pollution levels remain high.
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recommends that sensitive groups, such as young children and older adults, avoid outdoor activities.
The EPA guidance states that the general population should also limit intense outdoor activities and take more breaks.

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The AirNow map shows PM2.5 pollution in the 'unhealthy' category in Plumas National Forest and Sierra Valley.
Thousands of California residents are advised to stay indoors as air pollution levels remain high.
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recommends that sensitive groups, such as young children and older adults, avoid outdoor activities.
The EPA guidance states that the general population should also limit intense outdoor activities and take more breaks.