The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued an advisory for residents in several Louisiana communities to remain indoors due to elevated levels of fine particulate pollution (PM2.5). According to the EPA's AirNow Map, air quality in areas such as Longville, Bell City, Kinder, and Sugartown has reached 'unhealthy' levels as of 6 a.m. ET on December 31, 2025. The advisory is particularly aimed at sensitive groups, including the elderly, children, and individuals with pre-existing heart and lung conditions, urging them to minimize exposure to the polluted air.