Code Purple Alert: Smoke Chokes Maryland | Baltimore News

Maryland’s under a Code Purple air quality alert today — meaning the air is dangerously unhealthy for everyone — as wildfire smoke from Canada blankets the region, turning skies hazy and making breathing tough. Officials are urging all residents to stay indoors, avoid outdoor exertion, and even cancel outdoor plans. With temperatures milder than expected, the focus is on health: shortness of breath, coughing, and dizziness are possible, especially for those with existing conditions. Governor Wes Moore is calling for everyone to shelter in place, keep windows shut, and check on neighbors. Baltimore’s workforce is shifting indoors, trash pickup is paused, parks and pools are closed, and cooling centers are open. Officials recommend using air conditioners on recirculate and wearing KN95 masks if you must step outside. This is no minor inconvenience — it’s a serious public health warning. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/fa37cb40c2621b30