Air quality alert issued for Clark County for wildfire smoke from California

The Clark County Division of Air Quality (DAQ) has issued an air quality alert as wildfire smoke from California makes its way into the Las Vegas valley.

The alert is for Saturday and Sunday and the smoke is from the Borel and Trout wildfires.

There are small particles and pollutants in wildfire smoke that can aggravate conditions such as asthma, bronchitis and heart disease.

The DAQ recommends that children, the elderly and those with respiratory issues stay indoors.

TIPS TO LIMIT PERSONAL EXPOSURE TO SMOKE

• Stay indoors when you see or smell smoke.
• Keep windows and doors closed.
• Limit outdoor exertion on days with high levels of fine particles in the air. Exercise makes you breathe heavier and increases the amount of particulates you are likely to inhale.
• Consider changing your indoor air filters if they are dirty.