A smoke advisory has been issued across southern Orange County through Saturday morning, Oct. 17, for the Norte fire, according to the South Coast Air Quality Management District.
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The fire in the area of San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano had scorched more than 450 acres and destroyed multiple homes as of Friday afternoon.
The AQMD said air quality and particle pollution are expected to reach unhealthy levels Friday evening through Saturday morning in South Orange County cities including San Clemente, San Juan Capistrano, Dana Point and Laguna Niguel.
Smoke conditions are expected to improve throughout Saturday and reach good to moderate levels, according to the AQMD. The advisory is in place until 10 a.m.
Conditions may change quickly, and residents are encouraged to check the agency’s website for current conditions.
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If you live in an affected area, AQMD recommends:
• Limit your exposure by remaining indoors with windows and doors closed or seeking alternate shelter.
• Avoid vigorous physical activity.
• Run your air conditioning and/or an air purifier. If possible, do not use swamp coolers or whole house fans that bring in outside air.
• Avoid burning wood in your fireplace or fire pit and minimize sources of indoor air pollution such as candles, incense, pan-frying, and grilling.
• If you must be outside, a properly fit N95 or P100 respirator may provide some protection.
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