Wednesday is a bad day to be outside.
Capital Weather Gang reports that air quality around the DC area is registering Code Red Wednesday and is encouraging people to limit time outdoors especially those with respiratory concerns and/or wear a mask.
The smoke that can be seen and smelled around the region is coming from wildfires in Quebec. More smoke is expected Thursday and Friday.
Air quality around DC area is registering CODE RED according to https://t.co/ffGEw0ZFXo this morning — limit time outdoors, especially if you have respiratory concerns and/or wear mask. pic.twitter.com/b5nB0Rp58q
— Capital Weather Gang (@capitalweather) June 7, 2023
Very poor air quality today along with reduced visibility between 3-6 SM. It is recommended to limit time outdoors. Wearing a mask may help limit irritation for those suffering from respiratory illnesses. More smoke expected Thursday & Friday. #VAwx #MDwx #WVwx #DCwx pic.twitter.com/rJQHF76epo
— NWS Baltimore-Washington (@NWS_BaltWash) June 7, 2023
