San Diego County Air Pollution Control District

San Diego County Air Pollution Control District Every breath you take outside is linked to the Air Pollution Control District. Air samples are also tested in the field and labs.

Our experts work to maintain and constantly improve our air quality to protect public health and our environment. We ensure commercial, industrial, transportation and agricultural businesses are permitted and comply with air pollution control laws, and we incentivize cleaner technologies by offering grant funds. We monitor and record air quality using a network of equipment stationed around the co

unty, and alert on the conditions. Our field staff inspects both permitted and non-permitted sources of air contaminants and investigates citizen complaints on air quality matters. We also work to help future generations have clean air through long-term regional plans to reduce unhealthful pollution levels and develop air quality rules. We are here to help you thrive and look forward to serving you.

Cleaner air progresses ahead! ✔️SDAPCD’s Fiscal Year 2026-27 Operational Plan & Fee Schedules are officially adopted, su...
06/12/2026

Cleaner air progresses ahead! ✔️

SDAPCD’s Fiscal Year 2026-27 Operational Plan & Fee Schedules are officially adopted, supported by a $135.1M balanced budget dedicated to improving air quality for every neighborhood in the region and SDAPCD projects and programs.

The funding includes our efforts to reducing emissions and protecting public health in San Diego County through our Monitoring, Compliance, Incentives, and other various work towards !

For more information on our budget and fees, please visit: sdapcd.org/budget

***ACTIVE SMOKE ADVISORY***INCIDENT: November FireAFFECTED AREA: Camp Pendelton/OceansideAFFECTED COMMUNITIES: Camp Pend...
06/10/2026

***ACTIVE SMOKE ADVISORY***

INCIDENT: November Fire

AFFECTED AREA: Camp Pendelton/Oceanside

AFFECTED COMMUNITIES: Camp Pendelton, Oceanside, Bonsall, and Fallbrook

For more information visit, http://sdapcd.org/air-quality/smoke-advisory

The San Diego County Air Pollution Control District (SDAPCD) is seeking a strategic, people-focused leader to serve as o...
06/10/2026

The San Diego County Air Pollution Control District (SDAPCD) is seeking a strategic, people-focused leader to serve as our next Chief of Departmental Engineering. The Chief will be responsible for supporting the SDAPCD Engineering Division composed of engineers, air quality specialists, and support staff who collaborate to assess and regulate air pollution. This position provides leadership and collaboration with teams, sets priorities for air quality requirements and organizational goals, and focuses on meaningful organizational efficiency.

The deadline to apply is June 26, 2026.

For more information, visit https://bit.ly/4xfIdZr

***ACTIVE SMOKE ADVISORY***INCIDENT: Sorrento FireAFFECTED AREA: North San Diego AFFECTED COMMUNITIES: Torrey Hills, So...
06/08/2026

***ACTIVE SMOKE ADVISORY***

INCIDENT: Sorrento Fire

AFFECTED AREA: North San Diego

AFFECTED COMMUNITIES: Torrey Hills, Sorrento Valley, Carmel Country Hills, Los Penasquitos Canyon Preserve

For more information visit, http://sdapcd.org/air-quality/smoke-advisory

Our next Governing Board Meeting will be held Thursday, June 11th, 2026 @ 2:00PMAttend in person at 1600 Pacific Hwy, Sa...
06/04/2026

Our next Governing Board Meeting will be held Thursday, June 11th, 2026 @ 2:00PM

Attend in person at 1600 Pacific Hwy, San Diego, CA 92101, Room 302 or virtually via Zoom or YouTube.

For more information, visit https://ow.ly/pVRi50XC1fW

SDAPCD has released the Draft 2025 Air Toxics “Hot Spots” Program Annual Report for public review and comment, highlight...
06/03/2026

SDAPCD has released the Draft 2025 Air Toxics “Hot Spots” Program Annual Report for public review and comment, highlighting how the program works to reduce health risks from toxic air emissions to keep communities informed.

The report features key program activities of toxic air emissions in San Diego County that are shared with the public, including:

• Emissions Inventory of toxic air contaminants from operational facilities
• Health Risk Prioritization of air toxic emission scores
• Health Risk Assessments of adverse effects from toxic emissions
• Public Notifications of possible health risks from exposure to toxic air contaminants

A public hearing will be held on June 11, 2026, during the SDAPCD Governing Board meeting, where the Board will consider the report for approval.

To view the report and learn more about the program, please visit sdapcd.org/hotspots

To submit comments or for questions about the program, please contact [email protected]

***ACTIVE SMOKE ADVISORY UPDATE******STILL IN EFFECT***AFFECTED AREA: Southern San Diego CountyAFFECTED COMMUNITIES: Are...
06/03/2026

***ACTIVE SMOKE ADVISORY UPDATE***

***STILL IN EFFECT***

AFFECTED AREA: Southern San Diego County

AFFECTED COMMUNITIES: Areas around Tecate, Campo

For more information visit our website, http://sdapcd.org/air-quality/smoke-advisory

***ACTIVE SMOKE ADVISORY*** INCIDENT: Border 6 FireAFFECTED AREA: Southern San Diego CountyAFFECTED COMMUNITIES: Areas a...
06/02/2026

***ACTIVE SMOKE ADVISORY***

INCIDENT: Border 6 Fire

AFFECTED AREA: Southern San Diego County

AFFECTED COMMUNITIES: Areas around Tecate, Campo

For more information visit, http://sdapcd.org/air-quality/smoke-advisory

SDAPCD had a wheelie great time hosting a pitstop today for ! 🚲 Our staff enjoyed engaging with the many riders who sto...
05/21/2026

SDAPCD had a wheelie great time hosting a pitstop today for ! 🚲

Our staff enjoyed engaging with the many riders who stopped by, sharing resources, cheering them on, and celebrating clean air commuting together.

Thank you to SANDAG - San Diego Association of Governments for promoting this clean air event which helps to work towards our vision of .

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10124 Old Grove Road
San Diego, CA
92131

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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