The LA wildfires have burned tens of thousands of acres – but on some weather maps, air quality still looks good. What’s going on?

The record-breaking wildfires in California, including the Palisades and Eaton fires, are unleashing toxic smoke filled with hazardous chemicals, wreaking havoc on air quality for miles around and raising concerns about the safety of homes long after the flames are extinguished.

Wildfire smoke is linked to a host of medical problems, even in people who are otherwise healthy. Here's what you need to know.

The explosion of smoke and ash that erupted from two wildfires was beyond belief. In the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains, as the Eaton fire engulfed homes and businesses, a thick blanket of smoke rolled over the horizon,