Storms chances to increase in Baltimore area on Thursday

BALTIMORE, MD—Thursday will bring slightly cooler temperatures to the Baltimore area, but there will also be an increased risk of severe storms. The National Weather Service says that storms may develop throughout the region on Thursday afternoon and into Thursday evening. Forecasters say any storms that develop may be capable of producing isolated instances of damaging winds and flash flooding. […]

Scattered storms possible in Baltimore area on Monday

BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service says scattered showers and thunderstorms are possible in the Baltimore area on Monday. Forecasters says scattered storms moving southeast from western Pennsylvania may move into the Baltimore area anytime between now and 8 p.m. Not everyone will see rain or storms today, however. Wherever storms do develop, the main threats include damaging winds, brief heavy […]

Storms produce microburst that downs trees, damages structures in Perry Hall

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Sunday’s severe storms wreaked havoc on northeastern Baltimore County. Storms moved into the area during the evening hours and lasted for several hours, producing intense lightning and heavy rains. The National Weather Service has determined that the storm produced a microburst in the Perry Hall area. A microburst is a downdraft (sinking air) in a thunderstorm that is less […]

Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for Baltimore area on Sunday

BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for the Baltimore area. The watch will remain in effect until 10 p.m. on Sunday, August 18, 2024. Forecasters say damaging winds and isolated large hail will be the main threats associated with any storms that develop, along with isolated instances of flooding.  A Flood Watch is also in […]

Flood Watch issued for Sunday in Baltimore area as storm chances increase

UPDATE 2: The Flood Watch has been issued extended until 10:00 p.m. UPDATE: A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is also now in effect. Original story below… ——— BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for the Baltimore area. The watch will be in effect from 2:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 18, 2024. Forecasters say widespread showers […]

Flooding reported in Bowleys Quarters, Miami Beach closed

UPDATE: Bowleys Quarters Volunteer Fire Rescue & Marine reports that there have been two rescues, with seven vessels recovered so far.  The Oliver Beach Improvement Association reports heavy damage to piers in the area. Original story below… MIDDLE RIVER, MD—As the remnants of Tropical Storm Debby move through the Baltimore region, flooding is occurring in many locations. As of Friday […]

Tornado Watch issued for Baltimore area

UPDATE: The Tornado Watch for the Baltimore area has been extended. Original story below… BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Watch for the Baltimore area as the remnants of Tropical Storm Debby approach the region. The Tornado Watch will remain in effect through Friday morning. Forecasters say tornado development is possible during the overnight hours, along with […]