As thousands of acres burn across Southern California, wildfire smoke is causing poor air quality in the region and beyond.

The catastrophic wildfires in Los Angeles County have caused toxic air in the region. NBC News' Steve Patterson reports on the threat and how people can protect themselves.

As wildfires blaze in California, many are evacuating while firefighters work to extinguish the flames. Residents in and around this area are now dealing with poor air quality, which can be especially concerning for older individuals,