UPDATE 1:53 pm: The Old Westminster Winery posted to social media that they have closed today due to the poor air quality.
"Everyone with a reservation today has been emailed with an apology and a rebooking code that fully covers the reservation fee for a future visit," the post said.
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11:50 am: Baltimore City Recreation and Parks has canceled all scheduled outdoor activities and events for today due to air quality. All outdoor public pools are closed, and all public tours of the Cylburn Mansion are canceled.
“Poor air quality poses a real threat to your health, so please, take this seriously,” said Mayor Scott. “Stay inside, follow the Health Department’s guidance, and make sure your friends and loved ones do the same. Stay safe, Baltimore.”
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11:33 am: Much of Maryland, including the Baltimore metro region, is now under a Code Purple Air Quality Alert.
“There are significant health risks associated with poor air quality, including asthma attacks, heart attacks, and stroke,” said Baltimore City Commissioner of Health Dr. Michelle Taylor. “We ask all residents to take steps to protect your health, and the health of others.”
Here's the latest Air Quality Forecast from the Maryland Department of the Environment:
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ORIGINAL Governor Wes Moore announced Friday that Maryland is under a Code Red Air Quality Alert statewide and a Code Purple alert in Western Maryland due to smoke from wildfires in Canada and the northern United States.
"For the health and safety of all Marylanders during the State's Code Red Air Quality Condition, we are advising extra precaution," said Moore. "At-risk populations should stay indoors and keep your windows closed to keep yourself safe. Please make sure to check in on your family, neighbors and loved ones."
MORE: Code Red Air Quality Alert issued for Maryland due to Canadian wildfire smoke
Smoke is expected to affect the region through much of Saturday before conditions gradually improve.
You can find more on the forecast from meteorologist Stevie Daniels here.
For more information on air quality, the Maryland Department of Health advises residents to follow the Air Quality Action Guide, which you can find here. You can find additional information about the air quality conditions at the Maryland Department of the Environment website here.
