Baltimore rolls out Back River odor-control changes as residents demand relief
Baltimore is taking interim steps to address suspected Back River odors while a third-party analysis and broader abatement plan remain pending.
Maryland Department of the Environment
-
-
Maryland Issues Code Red Air-Quality Alert as Wildfire Smoke Moves Into Western Part of State
The Moore administration announced a Code Red, or very unhealthy, air-quality condition in western Maryland on July 17, 2026, and urged residents to monitor readings and take protective measures.
-
Annapolis activates cooling centers during Code Purple smoke and heat alert
Annapolis activated cooling centers July 17-18 after Maryland issued a Code Purple air-quality alert as wildfire smoke and heat affected the region.
-
Stevensville-area Bay Bridge permit hearing is tonight, with comments due April 30
Stevensville MD – Maryland is holding a Bay Bridge pier-protection permit hearing tonight in Chester, and residents can still submit written comments through April 30.