BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for the Baltimore area.
The watch will remain in effect until 10 p.m. on Saturday, July 19th.
Forecasters have observed ongoing showers and thunderstorms across the northern portions of the DC metro. These thunderstorms are producing instantaneous rainfall rates of 1 to 3 inches an hour, with locally higher amounts.
These storms are expected to remain nearly stationary over the next few hours, which may result in flash flooding over sensitive and urban areas. Total rainfall amounts of 2 to 5 inches are possible in the most persistent storms, with a worst case scenario of 5 to 7 inches.
Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas.
Residents should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.
