BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service says there is a chance for storms in the Baltimore area on Saturday. Forecasters say isolated to scattered afternoon and evening thunderstorms are expected, mainly across northern and western areas. Residents should stay weather-aware throughout the day.
TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Department of Public Works and Transportation on Wednesday announced the expansion of Baltimore County’s electronics recycling program under a new partnership with a leading electronics recycling firm, Securis. The partnership allows the county to accept a more comprehensive range of electronics including several harder-to-recycle items such as CRT televisions that contain leaded glass, hard drives and […]
BALTIMORE, MD—BGE crews are working around the clock to restore power to those affected by Monday night’s severe storms. As off 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, August 8, 2023, almost 43,000 residents in BGE’s coverage area are still without power. The hardest hit areas were Carroll County, Baltimore County, and Harford County, there is widespread damage throughout the BGE service area. […]
TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Public Schools officials are seeking approval from the Board of Education of Baltimore County for a new $2.66 million contract spending authority for gun detection technology, according to Board member Julie Henn. This contract will provide Omnilert Gun Detection software, monitoring, camera surveillance equipment, 24/7 support, and training for all schools. The system will be piloted at […]
BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Watch for the Baltimore area. The watch will remain in effect until 9 p.m. on Monday night. Forecasters say a few tornadoes are likely along with widespread damaging winds and gusts of up to 75 MPH. Hail of up to 1.5 inches in diameter is also possible. Residents should stay tuned […]
ABERDEEN, MD—Loud noise alert! Aberdeen Proving Ground officials say the base has firing operations scheduled for this week. APG has daytime and nighttime testing scheduled between 8:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. each day. Noise may be heard in some areas off the installation. Military weapons, watercraft, and/or aircraft will be visible during daytime and nighttime hours.. Residents may hear weapons […]
UPDATE: The Baltimore area has been upgraded to a moderate risk for severe weather on Monday, as indicated in the updated graphics below. Original story below… BALTIMORE, MD—The work week could start with a bang, literally, in the Baltimore area. The National Weather Service says there is an enhanced risk of severe storms throughout the region on Monday. Forecasters say […]
BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for the Baltimore area. The watch will be in effect from 8 p.m. on Sunday to 2 a.m. on Monday. Forecasters expect heavy rain to move through the area with 1–2 inches of rainfall, with higher totals possible, in a short amount of time. Excessive runoff may result in flooding […]