Air Quality Monitoring

1. AirNow (EPA) Official U.S. AQI data and real-time wildfire smoke advisories. https://www.airnow.gov
2. California Air Resources Board (CARB) Comprehensive air quality data and wildfire resources for California. https://ww2.arb.ca.gov
3. South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) Local air quality monitoring for Southern California and the LA region. http://www.aqmd.gov

Information on Particulate Matter & VOCs

1. EPA – Particulate Matter Basics Comprehensive guide to PM2.5, PM10, and their effects on health. https://www.epa.gov/pm-pollution/particulate-matter-pm-basics
2. EPA – Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) Clear overview of VOCs, their common sources, and health effects. https://www.epa.gov/indoor-air-quality-iaq/what-are-volatile-organic-compounds-vocs

Wildfire Safety & Evacuation

1. Ready for Wildfire (CalFire) Comprehensive guidance on wildfire preparation, safety protocols, and evacuation procedures. https://www.readyforwildfire.org
2. FEMA – Wildfire Preparedness Essential emergency management resources and disaster planning tools. https://www.ready.gov/wildfires

Mask Information & Purchasing

1. CDC – Wildfire Smoke Factsheet Official guidance including mask selection and usage. https://www.airnow.gov/sites/default/files/2020-10/respiratory-protection-no-niosh_0.pdf
2. NIOSH – Approved Respirators Comprehensive database of NIOSH-approved masks and respirators. https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/npptl/topics/respirators/disp_part/default.html
3. 3M Filters and Respirators Purchase links for recommended filters: P100 Respirators - 60926 filter: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B009POHLRC - 60923 filter: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BM99H1CC - 6200 Half Facepiece Respirator: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007JZ1N00 N95 Masks - 8511 mask: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002YKBV2/

Indoor Air Information & Purchasing

1. EPA - Guide to Air Cleaners in the Home Comprehensive information on air cleaner types and their effectiveness. https://www.epa.gov/indoor-air-quality-iaq/air-cleaners-and-air-filters-home
2. California Air Resources Board (CARB) - Air Cleaning Devices Directory of CARB-certified air cleaners and warnings about ozone generators. https://ww2.arb.ca.gov/our-work/programs/air-cleaners-ozone-products
3. Consumer Reports - Air Purifier Buying Guide Detailed testing and reviews of air purifiers (subscription required). https://www.consumerreports.org/appliances/air-purifiers/buying-guide/
4. Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers (AHAM) Look up CADR (Clean Air Delivery Rate) ratings and certifications. https://www.ahamdir.com/room-air-cleaners/
5. Berkeley Lab - Indoor Air Quality Scientific Findings Resource Bank Evidence-based information on indoor air quality and filtration systems. https://iaqscience.lbl.gov/air-summary
6. 3M Filters - Filtrete 16x25x1, MERV 13: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005F5D6GU

Fire Maps & Alerts

1. Watch Duty Real-time app for fire updates. https://watchduty.org
2. National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC) Real-time updates on active wildfires across the United States. https://www.nifc.gov
3. InciWeb – Incident Information System Comprehensive tracking of wildfire locations and current activity. https://inciweb.nwcg.gov

Additional Resources

1. American Lung Association – Wildfire Smoke Tips Guidance on protecting lung health during wildfires. https://www.lung.org/clean-air/emergencies-and-natural-disasters/wildfires
2. Red Cross – Wildfire Safety Checklist Downloadable checklist for wildfire safety. https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/types-of-emergencies/wildfire.html