Smoke Lingers as Storms Approach | Annapolis News

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

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…