Darien Public Schools To Resume Outdoor Activities Friday: District

DARIEN, CT — Darien Public Schools will resume outdoor activities on Friday, such as athletic events, recess, picnics, moving-up ceremonies and field trips, according to Superintendent Dr. Alan Addley.

Addley sent an email to families late Thursday afternoon, saying the district continues to closely monitor air quality measurements.

"Please consult your child's pediatrician and/or school nurse with any specific health questions or concerns," Addley said. "Thank you for your understanding as we respond to this unusual phenomenon."

While smoky conditions seemingly improved Thursday, the air quality in Darien is still in the "unhealthy range," according to an update from the Darien Health Department earlier today.

The CT Department of Health advises residents to keep all windows and doors closed to keep smoke outdoors.

The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (CT-DEEP) monitors the state’s air quality and posts air quality forecasts each day on the Air Quality Index (AQI).

Residents can subscribe to the Air Quality Index here.