Air Quality Alert – July 15–16, 2026

Air Quality Alert
Effective: Now through 12:00 a.m. on Thursday, July 16, 2026
Location: Statewide

Due to smoke from Canadian wildfires impacting Massachusetts, MassDEP has issued a statewide Air Quality Alert. Elevated levels of fine particulate matter (PM2.5) are expected to result in unhealthy air quality for sensitive groups.

Sensitive groups include:

• People with heart or lung disease (including asthma)
• Older adults
• Children and teenagers
• People who are active outdoors

Individuals in these groups should:

• Reduce prolonged or heavy outdoor activity.
• Take more frequent breaks and choose less strenuous activities.
• Follow asthma action plans and keep quick-relief medication readily available.
• Monitor for symptoms such as coughing or shortness of breath.

Residents are encouraged to stay informed by visiting MassAir Online, where you can view current air quality conditions, forecasts, and real-time monitoring data.

Please take appropriate precautions and check on family members, neighbors, and others who may be more vulnerable to poor air.