BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Forest Service has released new data that shows a significant increase in the number of wildfires in the state in recent years. According to the Annual Wildland Fire Report, 199 wildfires were recorded in Maryland in 2023, burning a total of 4,483 acres of land. This is higher than the 10-year average of 127.8 wildfires per year […]
JOPPA, MD—Crews battled a brush fire in Joppa on Friday evening. The fire was reported on February 16 in the 2400-block of Taylor Brook Lane. Units from Joppa-Magnolia Volunteer Fire Company, Kingsville Volunteer Fire Company, and Fallston Volunteer Fire Company were able to contain the blaze before it could extend to any homes. No injuries were reported. Photos via JMVFC
KINGSVILLE, MD—Crews are on the scene of a brush fire in the Kingsville area. The fire was reported at around 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday at Gunpowder Falls State Park. Units from Fallston, Kingsville, White Marsh, and the Baltimore County Fire Department are on the scene near Sheradale Drive off of Belair Road. Motorists should use caution in the area. Photo […]
GLEN ARM, MD—Crews are on the scene of a Thursday afternoon brush fire in the Glen Arm area. The fire was reported at just before 3 p.m. on November 16 in the 10900-block of Harford Road. according to the Providence Volunteer Fire Company. Recent dry weather has made conditions favorable for wildfires. Outdoor burning is discouraged. Motorists should use caution […]
BALTIMORE, MD—Smelling smoke this morning? Don’t be alarmed. The Baltimore County Fire Department says it is receiving numerous calls from residents, mainly in the central and western areas of the county, regarding a strong odor of smoke. Officials say Maryland is feeling the effects of wildfires in the Virginia area. There is no major fire event in Baltimore County or […]
BALTIMORE, MD—After a brief respite, Canadian wildfire smoke returned to Maryland on Monday. Smoky, hazy conditions will likely persist into Tuesday and Wednesday, prompting the Maryland Department of the Environment to issue a Code Orange Air Quality Alert. A Code Orange Air Quality Alert means that air pollution concentrations within the region may become unhealthy for sensitive groups. Sensitive groups […]
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 […]
BALTIMORE, MD—The weekend could start with a few thunderstorms in the Baltimore area. The possibility for severe storms returns to the forecast on Friday. The primary threats will be damaging winds and large hail. Additionally, wildfire smoke should increase, mainly within the upper atmosphere. Residents should stay tuned to local forecasts throughout the day.