August 21 | Code Orange Air Quality (Ozone) Issued for DC

A Code Orange air quality alert for ozone has been issued for today, August 21, 2023. This means air pollution concentrations within the region may become unhealthy for sensitive groups. 

Sensitive groups include children, the elderly, and people suffering from asthma, heart disease, or other lung diseases. Older adults (over age 65), children, pregnant women, and those with asthma or other chronic lung disease should limit their time outdoors. Visit http://airnow.gov