Published on January 21, 2025
A Local Health Emergency has been declared in LA County. A new Health Officer Order prohibits the use of power air blowers, including leaf blowers, as these devices stir up ash and harmful particles, worsening air quality and increasing health risks, especially for children, older adults, and those with respiratory conditions.
Read the Official LA County Public Health Declaration(PDF, 171KB)
Leaf blower complaints can be made to the Environmental Health Call Center at (888) 700-9995 (Monday through Friday, 8-5:00 p.m.) or via email to: ehmail@ph.lacounty.gov
Learn more: http://www.publichealth.lacounty.gov/media/wildfire/