Smoke Lingers as Storms Approach | Annapolis News

Maryland’s air quality remains unhealthy as Canadian wildfire smoke lingers, with a Code Orange alert in effect—especially for kids, seniors, and sensitive individuals who should stay indoors. Southern Maryland may see slight relief, but most areas are still battling smoky skies. Heavy thunderstorms later today could bring strong winds, hail, and even tornadoes, potentially clearing some haze—but don’t expect the smoke to vanish soon. Fires up north are still active, and wind direction will dictate where the smoke lands hardest. Experts warn this could last another week, with conditions hitting their worst since last June. Pools reopened today after yesterday’s closures, and outdoor workers were issued masks and told to take breaks. Health officials still urge staying inside and using AC in recirculate mode. Even N95 masks may not fully block the ultrafine particles, and a Code Yellow alert is expected tomorrow—so keep checking 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/79024c40806c70b4