Temporary Ban on Use of Leaf Blowers

County of Los Angeles Public Health has declared a Local Health Emergency and issued a Public Health Officer Order in response to the widespread impacts of the ongoing multiple critical fire events and windstorm conditions. The fire events have caused significant health and safety risks for residents across the county.

The fires, coupled with strong winds, have severely degraded air quality by releasing hazardous smoke and particulate matter, posing immediate and long-term risks to public health. Effective Jan. 10, 2025 and until further notice, the use of power air blowers, including leaf blowers, is prohibited. According to a news release from the County, these devices stir up ash and particulate matter into the air, further worsening air quality and increasing health risks for everyone and their pets, particularly for those with respiratory conditions, older adults, children, and other vulnerable populations. The order applies to all areas of Los Angeles County due to the widespread presence of ash and particulate matter in the air throughout the entire region.