I think early on, except for those crazy high orange and red days, I wasn't too worried. Since this is going to be pretty regular until October, I'm just trying to be more careful overall to avoid cumulative effects.

I don’t even know how to check the air quality.

We don't do optional physical activities outside on code orange days like swimming or taking a walk.

On code red or above, we limit time outside to what is strictly necessary, and wear a mask when we must be out, like when going to school.

At orange/100, we will limit time somewhat but will still go outside to get places and I don't make anyone wear a mask.

At red/150, I will go out of my way to avoid spending time outside and if we need to walk more than a couple blocks, I will make everyone wear a mask.

I will note that today it's been yellow all day in DC, and that this morning it was down in the 50s/60s. Capitol Weather Gang definitely predicted it would be worse so I'm glad I actually checked and didn't just assume the worst.

I’m not even keeping track. I suppose if it is bad enough that is makes me/them not feel well, then we would stay inside.

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I do everything as normal unless it’s code red then we avoid prolonged outdoor activity. We’ll get in the car and go places indoors but not the pool, playgrounds, walks/bike riding outside, etc.

Anonymous wrote:The real fail is freaking out over bad air at the expense of exercise and a healthy lifestyle. Most of the folks that keep their kids in are fat and probably get scared of food colorings, nuts, etc. It's better to live life in moderation. That said I'm not moving to Delhi or anywhere where this is a daily occurrence

Moron.

Both of my kids have mild asthma.

Code yellow: as usual.
Code orange: no outside exertion, but keep appointments as usual.
Code red and above: stay inside.

I also just bought an indoor air filter called BlueAir. It’s early days yet, so I can’t fully recommend it, but at least it’s very quiet!

The real fail is freaking out over bad air at the expense of exercise and a healthy lifestyle. Most of the folks that keep their kids in are fat and probably get scared of food colorings, nuts, etc. It's better to live life in moderation. That said I'm not moving to Delhi or anywhere where this is a daily occurrence

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Anything orange or above. Not worth the risk.

What “risk” pray tell?

Go read yourself. You’re not going to believe what anyone posts here.

Anonymous wrote:Around 100. We don't believe in "more exposure to bad stuff will make your kid stronger" idea. Bunch of idiots.

This. People ignore the long term effects of having this stuff embedded in your lungs for the rest of your life

We stay inside for red. Shorter time outside for orange.

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I only do not send them to camps when it is red, or else they are going to camps. If it is weekend, I would avoid outdoor exposure to short time when it is orange. It seems like this wild fire smoke thing will come and go and affect dmv this summer till fall.