Freeze Warning
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
1101 PM PST Mon Dec 1 2025
CAZ344-021600-
/O.CON.KLOX.FZ.W.0012.251202T0900Z-251202T1600Z/
San Luis Obispo County Interior Valleys-
Including the cities of Shandon, Carrizo Plain, and Creston
1101 PM PST Mon Dec 1 2025
...FREEZE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM PST TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 32 degrees expected.
* WHERE...San Luis Obispo County Interior Valleys.
* WHEN...Until 8 AM PST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other
sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor
plumbing.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Take steps now to protect animals and plants from the cold.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
1101 PM PST Mon Dec 1 2025
CAZ383-021600-
/O.CON.KLOX.FZ.W.0012.251202T0900Z-251202T1600Z/
Antelope Valley-
Including the cities of Lancaster, Lake Los Angeles, and Palmdale
1101 PM PST Mon Dec 1 2025
...FREEZE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM PST TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures 24 to 32 degrees expected.
* WHERE...Antelope Valley.
* WHEN...Until 8 AM PST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other
sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor
plumbing.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Take steps now to protect plants and animals from the cold.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Hanford CA
630 PM PST Mon Dec 1 2025
CAZ337>339-021100-
/O.CON.KHNX.FZ.W.0007.251202T0300Z-251202T1700Z/
Indian Wells Valley-Mojave Desert Slopes-Mojave Desert-
Including the cities of Inyokern, Edwards AFB, California City,
Ridgecrest, Mojave, Randsburg, and Rosamond
630 PM PST Mon Dec 1 2025
...FREEZE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM PST TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 29 possible.
* WHERE...Indian Wells Valley, Mojave Desert, and Mojave Desert
Slopes.
* WHEN...Until 9 AM PST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other
sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor
plumbing.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Las Vegas NV
1233 PM PST Mon Dec 1 2025
CAZ522-020915-
/O.CON.KVEF.FZ.W.0005.251202T0900Z-251202T1600Z/
Death Valley National Park-
Including the cities of Shoshone, Furnace Creek, and Stovepipe
Wells
1233 PM PST Mon Dec 1 2025
...FREEZE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM TO 8 AM PST TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 30 degrees expected for
the first time this season.
* WHERE...Eastern Inyo County including Tecopa and Shoshone.
* WHEN...From 1 AM to 8 AM PST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other
sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor
plumbing.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.
&&
$$
Coastal Flood Advisory
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
711 PM PST Mon Dec 1 2025
CAZ354-021230-
/O.CON.KLOX.SU.Y.0028.251202T1100Z-251204T2000Z/
/O.CON.KLOX.CF.Y.0004.251203T1100Z-251203T1800Z/
Ventura County Beaches-
711 PM PST Mon Dec 1 2025
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TUESDAY TO NOON
PST THURSDAY...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 10 AM
PST WEDNESDAY...
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of up
to 7 feet with dangerous rip currents. For the Coastal Flood
Advisory, minor coastal flooding is possible.
* WHERE...Ventura County Beaches.
* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, from 3 AM Tuesday to noon
PST Thursday. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 3 AM to 10
AM PST Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of sea water is likely, around the time of
high tide, over vulnerable low-lying coastal areas such as
parking lots, beaches, and walkways. Significant damage to
roads or structures is NOT expected. There is an increased
risk for ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and
surfers out to sea. Large breaking waves can cause injury,
wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats
near shore.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. Do
NOT drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth.
Remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions, or stay
near occupied lifeguard towers. Rock jetties can be deadly in
such conditions, stay off the rocks.
&&
$$
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service San Francisco CA
647 PM PST Mon Dec 1 2025
CAZ006-529-530-021730-
/O.CON.KMTR.CF.Y.0016.251202T1400Z-251207T2300Z/
/O.CON.KMTR.BH.S.0021.000000T0000Z-251204T0600Z/
San Francisco-Northern Monterey Bay-
Southern Monterey Bay and Big Sur Coast-
647 PM PST Mon Dec 1 2025
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH WEDNESDAY
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TUESDAY TO
3 PM PST SUNDAY...
* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, long period westerly
swell will result in an increased risk for sneaker waves and
strong rip currents. Breaking waves 10 to 14 feet, with long
lulls of 10 to 20 minutes or more between largest sets. For
the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to 1.4 ft of inundation above
ground level is possible in low lying areas near shorelines
and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Bayshore locations along San Francisco and Monterey
Bay.
* WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, through Wednesday
evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 6 AM Tuesday to
3 PM PST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...For the Beach Hazards Statement, sneaker waves can
unexpectedly run significantly farther up the beach than
normal, including over rocks and jetties. Rip currents are
typically more frequent and stronger in the vicinity of
jetties, inlets, and piers. For the Coastal Flood Advisory,
flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road
closures expected.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, at the
San Francisco tidal gauge high tide is expected to be 0.8 ft
above normal (6.66 ft MLLW) at 8:24 AM Tuesday, 1.2 ft above
normal (7.00 ft MLLW) at 9:04 AM Wednesday, 1.4 ft above
normal (7.20 ft MLLW) at 9:48 AM Thursday, 1.4 ft above normal
(7.23 ft MLLW) at 10:35 AM Friday, 1.2 ft above normal (7.08
ft MLLW) at 11:25 AM Saturday, and 0.9 ft above normal (6.75
ft MLLW) at 12:17 PM Sunday. High tide timing varies up to 90
minutes earlier or later along the Pacific Coast and
throughout the San Francisco Bay respectively.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Dangerous conditions are forecast along the shoreline. Hazards
include sneaker waves, strong rip currents, and large breaking
waves. Stay off the rocks and NEVER turn your back on the ocean!
&&
$$
High Surf Advisory
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
711 PM PST Mon Dec 1 2025
CAZ340-346-021230-
/O.CON.KLOX.SU.Y.0028.251202T1100Z-251204T1100Z/
San Luis Obispo County Beaches-
Santa Barbara County Central Coast Beaches-
711 PM PST Mon Dec 1 2025
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TUESDAY TO 3 AM
PST THURSDAY...
* WHAT...Large breaking waves 8 to 12 feet with dangerous rip
currents.
* WHERE...San Luis Obispo County Beaches and Santa Barbara
County Central Coast Beaches.
* WHEN...From 3 AM Tuesday to 3 AM PST Thursday.
* IMPACTS...There is an increased risk for ocean drowning. Rip
currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Large
breaking waves can cause injury, wash people off beaches and
rocks, and capsize small boats near shore.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Minor tidal overflows are possible from 4
AM to 11 AM Tuesday and Wednesday due to unusually high tides.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions, or stay
near occupied lifeguard towers. Rock jetties can be deadly in
such conditions, stay off the rocks.
&&
$$
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
711 PM PST Mon Dec 1 2025
CAZ354-021230-
/O.CON.KLOX.SU.Y.0028.251202T1100Z-251204T2000Z/
/O.CON.KLOX.CF.Y.0004.251203T1100Z-251203T1800Z/
Ventura County Beaches-
711 PM PST Mon Dec 1 2025
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TUESDAY TO NOON
PST THURSDAY...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 10 AM
PST WEDNESDAY...
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of up
to 7 feet with dangerous rip currents. For the Coastal Flood
Advisory, minor coastal flooding is possible.
* WHERE...Ventura County Beaches.
* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, from 3 AM Tuesday to noon
PST Thursday. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 3 AM to 10
AM PST Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of sea water is likely, around the time of
high tide, over vulnerable low-lying coastal areas such as
parking lots, beaches, and walkways. Significant damage to
roads or structures is NOT expected. There is an increased
risk for ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and
surfers out to sea. Large breaking waves can cause injury,
wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats
near shore.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. Do
NOT drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth.
Remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions, or stay
near occupied lifeguard towers. Rock jetties can be deadly in
such conditions, stay off the rocks.
&&
$$
Dense Fog Advisory
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Hanford CA
630 PM PST Mon Dec 1 2025
CAZ301>303-305>307-309>316-021100-
/O.NEW.KHNX.FG.Y.0034.251202T0700Z-251202T1900Z/
Los Banos - Dos Palos-Merced - Madera - Mendota-Planada - Le
Grand - Snelling-West Side of Fresno and Kings Counties-Caruthers
- San Joaquin - Selma-Fresno-Clovis-Buttonwillow - Lost Hills -
I5-Delano-Wasco-Shafter-Hanford - Corcoran - Lemoore-Visalia -
Porterville - Reedley-Buena Vista-Bakersfield-Southeast San
Joaquin Valley-South End San Joaquin Valley-
Including the cities of Kingsburg, Buttonwillow, Alpaugh,
Planada, Lemoore Station, Wasco, Visalia, Atwater, Los Banos,
Porterville, Lost Hills, Kettleman City, Shafter, Parlier,
Lamont, Le Grand, Five Points, Delano, Arvin, Lake Mcclure, Taft,
Lemoore, Bakersfield, Sanger, Madera, Tulare, Hanford, Kerman,
Goshen, Fresno, Richgrove, Selma, Merced, and Corcoran
630 PM PST Mon Dec 1 2025
...DENSE FOG ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO 11 AM PST
TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog.
* WHERE...A portion of central California.
* WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 11 AM PST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Highways impacted include, but are not
limited to, Interstate 5, as well as California State Routes 99,
33, 41, 43, 46, 59, 152, 165, 168, 180, and 198.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of
distance ahead of you.
&&
$$
EW
Small Craft Advisory
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service San Francisco Bay Area
836 PM PST Mon Dec 1 2025
PZZ576-021245-
/O.CON.KMTR.SC.Y.0211.251203T0500Z-251203T1100Z/
Waters from Point Pinos to Point Piedras Blancas 10-60 NM-
836 PM PST Mon Dec 1 2025
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM TUESDAY TO
3 AM PST WEDNESDAY...
* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 20 kt and seas 8 to 10 ft
expected.
* WHERE...Waters from Point Pinos to Point Piedras Blancas 10-
60 NM.
* WHEN...From 9 PM Tuesday to 3 AM PST Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.
&&
$$
For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/sanfrancisco
Frost Advisory
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
1101 PM PST Mon Dec 1 2025
CAZ038-021600-
/O.CON.KLOX.FR.Y.0015.251202T0900Z-251202T1600Z/
Cuyama Valley-
Including the cities of New Cuyama
1101 PM PST Mon Dec 1 2025
...FROST ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM PST TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Temperatures as low as 32 degrees will result in frost
formation.
* WHERE...Cuyama Valley.
* WHEN...Until 8 AM PST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Frost could harm sensitive outdoor vegetation. Sensitive
outdoor plants may be killed if left uncovered.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Take steps now to protect animals and plants from the cold.
&&
$$
Visit us at http://www.weather.gov/LosAngeles
Hall
Beach Hazards Statement
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
711 PM PST Mon Dec 1 2025
CAZ349-350-362-366-021230-
/O.CON.KLOX.BH.S.0018.251202T1100Z-251206T1900Z/
Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast-
Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast-Malibu Coast-
Los Angeles County Beaches-
711 PM PST Mon Dec 1 2025
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM PST
TUESDAY THROUGH SATURDAY MORNING...
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents and breaking waves due to
elevated surf expected.
* WHERE...Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast, Santa Barbara
County Southeastern Coast, Malibu Coast and Los Angeles County
Beaches.
* WHEN...From late tonight through Saturday morning.
* IMPACTS...There is an increased risk of ocean drowning. Rip
currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Waves can
wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats
nearshore.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Minor tidal overflows are possible from 4
AM to 12 PM each day through Saturday morning. Elevated surf
will be highest Tuesday through Thursday.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Remain out of the water due to hazardous swimming conditions, or
stay near occupied lifeguard towers. Rock jetties can be deadly
in such conditions, stay off the rocks.
&&
$$
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service San Francisco CA
647 PM PST Mon Dec 1 2025
CAZ006-529-530-021730-
/O.CON.KMTR.CF.Y.0016.251202T1400Z-251207T2300Z/
/O.CON.KMTR.BH.S.0021.000000T0000Z-251204T0600Z/
San Francisco-Northern Monterey Bay-
Southern Monterey Bay and Big Sur Coast-
647 PM PST Mon Dec 1 2025
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH WEDNESDAY
EVENING...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TUESDAY TO
3 PM PST SUNDAY...
* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, long period westerly
swell will result in an increased risk for sneaker waves and
strong rip currents. Breaking waves 10 to 14 feet, with long
lulls of 10 to 20 minutes or more between largest sets. For
the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to 1.4 ft of inundation above
ground level is possible in low lying areas near shorelines
and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Bayshore locations along San Francisco and Monterey
Bay.
* WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, through Wednesday
evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 6 AM Tuesday to
3 PM PST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...For the Beach Hazards Statement, sneaker waves can
unexpectedly run significantly farther up the beach than
normal, including over rocks and jetties. Rip currents are
typically more frequent and stronger in the vicinity of
jetties, inlets, and piers. For the Coastal Flood Advisory,
flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road
closures expected.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, at the
San Francisco tidal gauge high tide is expected to be 0.8 ft
above normal (6.66 ft MLLW) at 8:24 AM Tuesday, 1.2 ft above
normal (7.00 ft MLLW) at 9:04 AM Wednesday, 1.4 ft above
normal (7.20 ft MLLW) at 9:48 AM Thursday, 1.4 ft above normal
(7.23 ft MLLW) at 10:35 AM Friday, 1.2 ft above normal (7.08
ft MLLW) at 11:25 AM Saturday, and 0.9 ft above normal (6.75
ft MLLW) at 12:17 PM Sunday. High tide timing varies up to 90
minutes earlier or later along the Pacific Coast and
throughout the San Francisco Bay respectively.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Dangerous conditions are forecast along the shoreline. Hazards
include sneaker waves, strong rip currents, and large breaking
waves. Stay off the rocks and NEVER turn your back on the ocean!
&&
$$
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service San Diego CA
1212 PM PST Mon Dec 1 2025
CAZ043-552-021115-
/O.EXT.KSGX.BH.S.0015.251203T0600Z-251205T1800Z/
San Diego County Coastal Areas-Orange County Coastal Areas-
1212 PM PST Mon Dec 1 2025
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT NOW IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY EVENING
THROUGH FRIDAY MORNING...
* WHAT...West-northwest swell with a 16 second period mixed with
high astronomical tides will lead to minor tidal overflow and
coastal erosion. Elevated surf will also be possible, up to 4 to
6 feet, primarily at west-facing beaches.
* WHERE...San Diego County Coastal Areas and Orange County
Coastal Areas.
* WHEN...From Tuesday evening through Friday morning.
* IMPACTS...A beach hazards statement for minor tidal overflow
means that high astronomical tides in combination with above
normal surf will likely produce minor flooding of low- lying
areas along the beach such as beach parking lots. Coastal
officials should take the necessary precautionary measures to
safeguard their beaches.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Coastal flooding will be the main threat,
but strong rip currents and hazardous swimming conditions will
also be possible with the elevated surf.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.
&&
$$
Air Quality Alert
CAZ371-087-373-370-366-368-548-362-367-088-375-372-369-030800-
Calabasas and Agoura Hills-
Catalina and Santa Barbara Islands-
Including the city of Avalon and Two Harbors.
Eastern San Fernando Valley-
Including the cities of Burbank, Glendale, and Universal City
Eastern Santa Monica Mountains Recreational Area-
Los Angeles County Beaches-
Including the cities of Santa Monica, Torrance, and Long Beach
Los Angeles County Inland Coast including Downtown Los Angeles-
Including the cities of Inglewood, Downey, Norwalk, Beverly Hills,
and West Hollywood
Los Angeles County San Gabriel Valley-
Including the cities of Pasadena, San Gabriel, and Pomona
Malibu Coast-
Including the city of Malibu
Palos Verdes Hills-
Santa Clarita Valley-
Including the cities of Santa Clarita, Newhall, and Valencia
Santa Susana Mountains-
Western San Fernando Valley-
Including the cities of Reseda, Woodland Hills, and Northridge
Western Santa Monica Mountains Recreational Area-
1140 AM PST Mon Dec 1 2025
...AIR QUALITY ALERT: MANDATORY WOOD-BURNING BAN IN EFFECT...
* WHAT...The South Coast AQMD has issued a mandatory wood-burning
ban for residents in the South Coast Air Basin. The No-Burn rule
bans burning wood, pellets, and manufactured fire logs in any indoor
or outdoor wood-burning device.
* WHERE...The South Coast Air Basin, which includes Orange County
and non-desert portions of Los Angeles, Riverside, and San
Bernardino counties. No-Burn Day alerts do not apply to areas above
3,000 feet in elevation, the Coachella Valley, or the High Desert.
Homes that rely on wood as a sole source of heat, low-income
households and those without natural gas service also are exempt
from the requirement.
* WHEN...from midnight to midnight on Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Particles in smoke can get deep into the lungs and cause
health problems (including asthma attacks), increases in emergency
room visits, and hospitalizations. No-Burn Days are needed to
protect public health when fine particle pollution levels are
expected to be high anywhere in the South Coast Air Basin. No-Burn
Days are based on fine particle pollution levels that are forecasted
for an entire 24-hour period, which may not be reflected in
real-time air quality maps.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
To protect your health, check current and forecasted air quality
levels at www.aqmd.gov or download the mobile app at
www.aqmd.gov/mobileapp. When air quality is poor in your area,
limited extended or intense outdoor activity and remain inside with
windows and doors closed. Run your air conditioner and/or an air
purifier and avoid using devices that bring in outside air like a
swamp cooler or whole house fan if you have other ways to stay cool.
Additional details for this air quality alert are available at
www.aqmd.gov/advisory. Information on the South Coast AQMD Check
Before You Burn program is available at www.aqmd.gov/cbyb.
$$
CAZ048-056-065-552-554-021930-
San Bernardino and Riverside County Valleys-The Inland Empire-
Riverside County Mountains-San Gorgonio Pass near Banning-
Orange County Coastal Areas-Orange County Inland Areas-
Including the cities of Riverside, San Bernardino, Ontario,
Moreno Valley, Fontana, Rancho Cucamonga, Corona,
Idyllwild-Pine Cove, Huntington Beach, Costa Mesa, Newport Beach,
Laguna Beach, San Clemente, Santa Ana, Anaheim, Garden Grove,
Irvine, Orange, Fullerton, and Mission Viejo
1127 AM PST Mon Dec 1 2025
...AIR QUALITY ALERT: MANDATORY WOOD-BURNING BAN IN EFFECT...
* WHAT...The South Coast AQMD has issued a mandatory wood-burning
ban for residents in the South Coast Air Basin. The No-Burn rule
bans burning wood, pellets, and manufactured fire logs in any indoor
or outdoor wood-burning device.
* WHERE...The South Coast Air Basin, which includes Orange County
and non-desert portions of Los Angeles, Riverside, and San
Bernardino counties. No-Burn Day alerts do not apply to areas above
3,000 feet in elevation, the Coachella Valley, or the High Desert.
Homes that rely on wood as a sole source of heat, low-income
households and those without natural gas service also are exempt
from the requirement.
* WHEN...from midnight to midnight on Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Particles in smoke can get deep into the lungs and cause
health problems (including asthma attacks), increases in emergency
room visits, and hospitalizations. No-Burn Days are needed to
protect public health when fine particle pollution levels are
expected to be high anywhere in the South Coast Air Basin. No-Burn
Days are based on fine particle pollution levels that are forecasted
for an entire 24-hour period, which may not be reflected in
real-time air quality maps.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
To protect your health, check current and forecasted air quality
levels at www.aqmd.gov or download the mobile app at
www.aqmd.gov/mobileapp. When air quality is poor in your area,
limited extended or intense outdoor activity and remain inside with
windows and doors closed. Run your air conditioner and/or an air
purifier and avoid using devices that bring in outside air like a
swamp cooler or whole house fan if you have other ways to stay cool.
Additional details for this air quality alert are available at
www.aqmd.gov/advisory. Information on the South Coast AQMD Check
Before You Burn program is available at www.aqmd.gov/cbyb.
$$
