Severe storms expected in Baltimore area on Wednesday, Flood Watch issued

BALTIMORE, MD—Extreme heat and humidity will continue on Wednesday in the Baltimore area, along with the threat for showers and thunderstorms. Some storms may be severe, especially along and east of the Blue Ridge. A Flood Watch is in effect for the Baltimore-DC corridor for the potential for flash flooding later on Wednesday. A Heat Advisory is also in effect […]

Extreme heat, severe storms possible in Baltimore area on Tuesday

BALTIMORE, MD—Another extremely hot and humid day lies ahead. The National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Warning for the Baltimore area through 8 p.m. on Tuesday as heat index values could exceed 110 degrees. Additionally, scattered thunderstorms will be possible on Tuesday afternoon and into the evening hours. Some storms could be severe with damaging winds and large […]

Code Orange Air Quality Alert issued for Monday in Baltimore area

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of the Environment has issued a Code Orange Air Quality Alert for Monday in the Baltimore area. A Code Orange Air Quality Alert means that air pollution concentrations within the region may become unhealthy for sensitive groups. Sensitive groups include children, people suffering from asthma, heart disease or other lung diseases and the elderly. The effects […]

Excessive Heat Watch issued for Monday as heat index to hit 110 degrees

BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Watch for Monday in the Baltimore area. The watch will be in effect from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on July 15, 2024.  Forecasters say to expect dangerously hot conditions with heat index values of up to 110 degrees possible. Extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase the potential for heat […]