07/15/2026
⚠️ AIR QUALITY ALERT ⚠️
Smoke from Canadian wildfires is impacting air quality across Massachusetts.
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health has issued a Wildfire Smoke Alert as elevated fine-particle pollution continues to affect parts of the Commonwealth. While air quality on Martha’s Vineyard is currently in the Moderate (Yellow) category, conditions can change throughout the day, so it’s important to stay informed.
If you are in a sensitive group—including children, older adults, pregnant individuals, or those with asthma, heart disease, or other chronic medical conditions—consider limiting prolonged or strenuous outdoor activities if smoke becomes more noticeable.
Protect yourself by:
🍃 Monitoring local air quality before spending time outdoors.
🏠 Keeping windows and doors closed if smoke is present.
❄️ Running air conditioning on recirculate if available.
😷 Having a properly fitted N95 mask available for periods of heavier smoke.
💊 Keeping medications, such as rescue inhalers, readily accessible.
🚨 Seeking medical attention immediately if you experience chest pain, chest tightness, severe shortness of breath, or difficulty breathing.
Stay informed by checking current air quality conditions at AirNow.gov before outdoor activities.
Dukes County Emergency Management Association will continue monitoring conditions and share updates if air quality worsens.
