Code Orange Air Quality Alert issued for Friday in Baltimore area

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of the Environment has issued a Code Orange Air Quality Alert for Friday in the Baltimore area. A Code Orange Air Quality Alert means that air pollution concentrations within the region may become unhealthy for sensitive groups. Sensitive groups include children, people suffering from asthma, heart disease or other lung diseases, and the elderly. The effects […]

Baltimore County government offices closed Tuesday, July 4 for Independence Day holiday

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County government offices, Baltimore County Public Library branches, and County-run senior centers will be closed on Tuesday, July 4 in recognition of the Independence Day holiday. Towson Loop service and CountyRide van service will not operate and Baltimore County parking meters will be free on the holiday. Trash, single stream recyclables, and yard materials will not be collected […]

Code Red Air Quality Alert issued for Thursday in Baltimore area

BALTIMORE, MD—As wildfire smoke from Canada continues to make its way into the state, the Maryland Department of the Environment has issued a Code Red Air Quality Alert for Thursday in the Baltimore area. A Code Red Air Quality Alert means that air pollution concentrations within the region are unhealthy for the general population. The effects of air pollution can […]

Code Orange Air Quality Alert issued for Wednesday in Baltimore

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of the Environment has issued a Code Orange Air Quality Alert for Wednesday, June 28, 2023 in the Baltimore area. A Code Orange Air Quality Alert means that air pollution concentrations within the region may become unhealthy for sensitive groups. Sensitive groups include children, people suffering from asthma, heart disease or other lung diseases and the […]

Flood Warning issued for Baltimore area

BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Warning for portions of the Baltimore area and parts of Harford County. The warning will remain in effect until 7 p.m. on Tuesday, June 27, 2023. Locations that will experience flooding include Baltimore City, Cockeysville, Towson, Bel Air, Catonsville, Parkville, Carney, Perry Hall, Arbutus, Rosedale, Rossville, Brooklyn Park, Timonium, White Marsh, […]

Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for Baltimore area on Monday

UPDATE: The Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been extended until 11 p.m. Original story below… ——— BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for the Baltimore area. The watch will remain in effect until 9 p.m. on Monday, June 26, 2023. Forecasters say damaging wind gusts and large hail are the main threats associated with these storms. […]

Severe storms to arrive in Baltimore on Monday afternoon, evening

BALTIMORE, MD—When will the severe weather arrive in the Baltimore area on Monday? The National Weather Service says it will be an active weather day as severe thunderstorms are expected to impact much of central Maryland. The storms are forecast to reach the I-95 corridor during the evening rush hour, likely between 2 p.m. and 10 p.m. Thunderstorm chances persist […]

Where to watch Independence Day fireworks in Baltimore County [FULL LIST]

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Officials have announced the full list of approved Fourth of July fireworks displays for the holiday weekend. Independence Day fireworks will take place throughout Baltimore County all weekend long. Here’s the full list of 2023 fireworks displays: Saturday, July 1 GALLOWAY POINT, MIDDLE RIVER 8:45pm – 9:30pm Galloway Point, Middle River, 21220 BIG TRUCK BREWERY 9:00pm – 10:00pm 19919 […]