Maryland Department of the Environment has issued a Code ORANGE Air Quality Alert Thursday for Southern Maryland. Air pollution levels may become unhealthy for sensitive groups, including children, older adults, and people with asthma, heart disease, or lung conditions. Minimize outdoor exertion and avoid strenuous activity.

Air Quality Alert tips:
- Stay inside if possible, particularly if you have respiratory concerns or other health problems, are a senior or child
- If you must go out, try to limit the amount of time you are out to strictly essential activities
- Minimize your use of items that increase pollution, such as cars, gas powered lawn mowers and other vehicles
- Do not burn debris or other items during an air quality alert

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