Wildfire ash carries many carcinogens that could cause short- and long-term health problems, including asthma attacks and difficulty breathing.

Air quality issues from the fires have the potential spread far, so medical expert David Geier is warning the Lowcountry to be aware of hazardous smoke should it make its way to the coast. "It is not good news for the health of anybody, there is no safe level of wildfire smoke," said Geier.

With another surge of fierce Santa Ana winds, residents were asked to remain vigilant. An Air Quality Alert has been extended for many portions of LA County through Wednesday evening.