Smoke from South LA warehouse fire triggers air quality advisory

A commercial building in South Los Angeles that houses a hardwood flooring supply company caught fire early Monday morning, according to KTLA 5. Firefighters responded to the initial blaze but had to return Tuesday morning when the fire reignited.

The South Coast Air Quality Management District has issued a Particle Pollution Advisory due to the smoke from the fire, CBS News Los Angeles reported. The advisory covers a large portion of Los Angeles County and warns of unhealthy air quality in nearby areas.

The advisory is expected to remain in effect through Wednesday night, affecting residents in and around South Los Angeles. Authorities are continuing to investigate the cause of the fire and monitor air quality conditions.

Officials urge residents to take precautions to protect their health while the advisory is active, especially those with respiratory conditions or other vulnerabilities.