SAN FRANCISCO (KCBS RADIO) – The Bay Area Air Quality Management District has issued an air quality advisory for Tuesday in response to wildfire smoke being caused by the Six Rivers Lightning Complex Fire.
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The fire in Humboldt and Trinity counties broke out on Aug. 5 and has swelled to more than 27,000 acres. As of Monday, it’s reached 80% containment.
While fire crews have made significant headway in battling the blaze, the smoke impacts are going to be felt by Bay Area residents on Tuesday.
According to the Air District, isolated pockets of elevated air pollution levels are possible Tuesday but levels are not expected exceed the national 24-hour standard.
Despite the warning, a Spare the Air Alert is not in effect and air quality is not expected to be unhealthy.
The Air District will be closely monitoring air quality throughout the region for smoke impacts from the fire.
People who are at risk to smoke exposure are advised to stay indoors, particularly if the smell of smoke is in the air.
So far the fire complex has destroyed one structure, damaged another, and caused five injuries in both civilians and fire personnel.
The cause of the fire is still under investigation.
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