Pennsylvania Braces for Worst Air Quality Yet | Philadelphia News

Pennsylvania’s gearing up for dangerously poor air quality this Friday, with a Code Purple alert warning of “very unhealthy” conditions fueled by wildfire smoke drifting in from Canada and Minnesota. Parts of the northwest, including Allegheny County, are already in Code Maroon—the highest alert—meaning the air is hazardous and everyone will feel the effects. Health officials urge all residents to avoid outdoor activities, especially those most vulnerable like kids, seniors, and people with respiratory issues. While conditions are expected to improve by Saturday, Friday will be the worst day yet, potentially worse than last year’s June smoke event. Stay indoors and monitor local air quality updates. 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/d1f5364e02dc28d0