Good morning, everyone. And yes, those are blue skies.

I’m Dr. Raymond Singer with today’s air quality update for Sunday, July 19, 2026. As you can tell, I’ve got some really encouraging news.

After several days of unhealthy air caused by smoke from the Canadian wildfires, air quality across the Philadelphia region has improved significantly. The thickest smoke has moved out of our area, and cleaner air has returned.

For most healthy adults, today is a great day to get back outside, enjoy a walk, or spend time with your family.

It’s going to be a beautiful day in the Philadelphia region. Maybe you can even head to the Phillies game and enjoy the rubber match against the Mets.

This past week has been an important reminder that the air we breathe has a direct impact on our health. Over the past several days, I’ve discussed how the fine particles found in wildfire smoke can trigger inflammation throughout the body and pose health risks, particularly for vulnerable individuals.

Today, however, is a much happier update. Recent storms helped wash the smoke from our atmosphere, leaving behind cleaner, healthier air. Conditions are moving in the right direction, and that’s welcome news for all of us.

Thank you for following these updates throughout the past several days. My goal has always been, and will always be, to provide clear, evidence-based information that helps keep you and your family safe.

I’m Dr. Raymond Singer. Have a wonderful Sunday, stay healthy, enjoy the cleaner air, and I’ll see you next time.