Maryland Under Smoke Alert | Annapolis News

Annapolis News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 18, 2026 · 1m

Baltimore’s skies are turning eerie orange as Canadian wildfire smoke blankets Maryland, triggering a Code Purple air quality alert — the highest warning level. Officials urge everyone to stay indoors, as fine particulate matter in the air poses serious health risks, especially for kids, seniors, pregnant women, and those with asthma or heart conditions. Even healthy adults may cough or struggle to breathe outdoors. Tourists are canceling plans, overwhelmed by the acrid smell and hazy visuals. Experts stress: check the forecast before stepping outside — and if you must go out, limit your…