Post-Fire Airborne Toxins

The New York Times  ("After Wildfires, L.A.’s Clear Skies Conceal a ‘Toxic Soup’") reports on a research project to monitor airborne toxins after the 2025 Los Angeles fires.  The article follows a research group tracking volatile organic compounds, or VOCs, in ultra-fine particles produced by the fire.  The article acknowledges the uncertainty about the health effects of post-fire airborne toxics, but notes scientist concerns, especially for frontline workers and for returning homeowners.