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Air Quality in San Francisco

San Francisco generally has good air quality but faces wildfire smoke challenges. Marine air helps disperse pollutants.

πŸ“Š AQI Monitoring

Bay Area AQMD monitors air quality across 9 counties. The region has strong air quality regulations.

Standard: EPA AQI & Canadian AQHI (AQI/AQHI)

⚠️ Key Pollutants

  • Wildfire smoke
  • Vehicle emissions
  • Wood burning
  • Ozone in summer

Local Regulations

BAAQMD Spare the Air program. Strict wood burning restrictions. Vehicle emission standards.

Indoor Air Quality Tips for San Francisco

  • βœ“PurpleAir network provides hyperlocal data
  • βœ“HEPA purifiers critical for wildfire season
  • βœ“N95 masks for outdoor smoke exposure
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California Air Quality Resources

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