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Code Red Extreme Heat Alert Declared for Tuesday, July 8th

BALTIMORE, MD (Monday, July 7, 2025) – With temperatures expected to rise in the Baltimore region, the heat index is forecasted to exceed 100 degrees Fahrenheit on Tuesday, July 8, Baltimore City Interim Commissioner of Health Mary Beth Haller has issued a Code Red Extreme Heat Alert. The alert signals dangerously high temperatures and humidity levels that pose a serious risk to health and safety, especially for vulnerable adults, children, and those working outdoors.  

TODAY: Health Department Announces Additional Cooling Centers in Response to Escalating Heat Index for Tuesday, June 24

BALTIMORE, MD (Tuesday, June 24, 2025) – As temperatures continue to rise and the heat index escalates, Baltimore City remains under a Code Red Extreme Heat Alert through Thursday, June 26th. With today's heat index expected to exceed 110 degrees, additional cooling centers will be available across the City for those seeking relief from the heat.  

Interim Health Commissioner Declares First Code Red Extreme Heat Alert for Sunday, June 22nd Through Thursday, June 26th

BALTIMORE, MD (Friday, June 20, 2025) – With temperatures expected to rise in the Baltimore region and the heat index forecasted to reach over 100 degrees Fahrenheit for multiple days starting Sunday, June 22nd, the Baltimore City Interim Commissioner of Health Mary Beth Haller has declared a Code Red Extreme Heat Alert for Sunday, 22nd through Thursday, June 26th. The heat index is a measure of air temperature and relative humidity and indicates how hot it feels to the human body.  

 

 

Baltimore City Health Department Announces Start of Code Red Extreme Heat Season

BALTIMORE, MD (Thursday, May 15, 2025) – Today, the Baltimore City Health Department (BCHD) announced the start of Baltimore City’s Code Red Extreme Heat season, which runs from May 15th to September 15th. The Code Red Extreme Heat Program is a collaboration across multiple agencies and community partners to address the effects of extreme heat on the residents of Baltimore City.

 

 

Health Commissioner Declares Code Blue Extreme Cold Alert Tuesday through Friday Morning

BALTIMORE, MD (Monday, February 17, 2025) – Interim Health Commissioner Mary Beth Haller has issued a Code Blue Extreme Cold Alert beginning Tuesday, February 18 through Friday morning, February 21. This alert has been issued due to forecasted wind chills reaching the teens and a mix of wintry weather expected Wednesday. These extreme cold conditions could pose significant health risks to residents within the City of Baltimore.  

 

 

Health Commissioner Declares Code Blue Extreme Cold Alert Tuesday through Friday Morning

BALTIMORE, MD (Monday, February 17, 2025) – Interim Health Commissioner Mary Beth Haller has issued a Code Blue Extreme Cold Alert beginning Tuesday, February 18 through Friday morning, February 21. This alert has been issued due to forecasted wind chills reaching the teens and a mix of wintry weather expected Wednesday. These extreme cold conditions could pose significant health risks to residents within the City of Baltimore.  

 

 

Health Commissioner Declares Code Blue Extreme Cold Alert Sunday Night through Thursday

BALTIMORE, MD (January 17, 2025)Interim Health Commissioner Mary Beth Haller has issued a Code Blue Extreme Cold Alert beginning Sunday night, January 19 through Thursday, January 23. This alert has been issued due to forecasted single digit wind chills and wintery weather expected Sunday night. Wind chills are projected to reach negative values through Thursday. These extreme cold conditions could pose significant health risks to residents within the City of Baltimore.  

 

 

Health Commissioner Declares Code Blue Extreme Cold Alert Tuesday through Thursday Morning

BALTIMORE, MD (Monday, January 13, 2025)Interim Health Commissioner Mary Beth Haller has issued a Code Blue Extreme Cold Alert beginning Tuesday, January 14 through Thursday morning, January 16. This alert has been issued due to forecasted wind chills expected to dip to 13 degrees overnight Monday and remain in the teens through Thursday morning. These extreme cold conditions could pose significant health risks to residents within the City of Baltimore.  

 

 

Health Commissioner Declares Code Blue Extreme Cold Alert For this Weekend through Tuesday

BALTIMORE, MD (Friday, January 3, 2025)Interim Health Commissioner Mary Beth Haller has issued a Code Blue Extreme Cold Alert beginning Saturday, January 4 extending through Tuesday, January 7. This alert has been issued due to forecasted wind chills expected to dip to 13 degrees overnight Saturday and remain in the teens through Tuesday. These extreme cold conditions, mixed with wintry weather, could pose significant health risks to residents within the City of Baltimore.   

 

 

Baltimore City Health Department Announces New Clinical Hours for Sexual Health Services

BALTIMORE, MD (Tuesday, October 29, 2024) – Today, the Baltimore City Health Department (BCHD) announces a change in operating hours for two sexual health clinics. Effective Thursday, November 7, 2024, the Eastern Sexual Health and Wellness Clinic and the Druid Sexual Health and Wellness Clinic will have new clinic hours to optimize resources, while continuing to deliver quality care.

 

 

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