LA Warehouse Fire Pollution Exceeds January 2025 Wildfire Air Quality

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A warehouse fire in Boyle Heights, Los Angeles, caused air pollution levels exceeding those of the January 2025 wildfires.
Fine particle levels reached 755 micrograms per cubic meter, surpassing wildfire levels.
While toxic metals weren't elevated, bromine and chlorine were detected, and concerns remain about decomposing food.

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A warehouse fire in Boyle Heights, Los Angeles, caused air pollution levels exceeding those of the January 2025 wildfires. Fine particle levels reached 755 micrograms per cubic meter, surpassing wildfire levels. While toxic metals weren't elevated, bromine and chlorine were detected, and concerns remain about decomposing food.

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