Flash Flood Warning issued for northeast Baltimore County, southern Harford County

UPDATE 2: The Flash Flood Warning has been extended until 7:30 p.m. UPDATE: A Severe Thunderstorm Warning is also in effect until 2 p.m. for areas including White Marsh, Edgewood, and Joppatowne. Original story below… NOTTINGHAM, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Warning for northeast Baltimore County and southern Harford County. The warning covers areas such as […]

Severe storms expected throughout central Maryland on Thursday, flooding possible

BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service says severe storms will likely impact much of central Maryland on Thursday. Forecasters say showers and strong thunderstorms are expected on Thursday afternoon and evening, primarily between 1 p.m. and 9 p.m. The metro areas of Baltimore and the District of Columbia will be the focus for possible flash flooding. A Flood Watch is in […]

Flood Watch issued for central Maryland as severe storms expected on Thursday

BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for Thursday in central Maryland. The watch will be in effect from 2:00 p.m. on July 31st until 2:00 a.m. on August 1st. Forecasters say significant flash flooding is possible. Numerous showers and thunderstorms will develop and move across the area Thursday afternoon into Thursday evening. Thunderstorms will be capable […]

Heat Advisory, Code Orange issued for Wednesday in central Maryland as heat index to hit 109

BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Advisory has issued a Heat Advisory for Wednesday in central Maryland.  The Maryland Department of the Environment has also issued a Code Orange Air Quality Alert. The Heat Advisory will be in effect from 11 a.m. until 8 p.m. on July 30th. Heat index values of 105 to 109 degrees are expected. Hot temperatures and high […]

Severe storms possible throughout central Maryland on Saturday

BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service says that severe storms are possible throughout central Maryland on Saturday. Any storms that develop will be capable of producing localized wind damage, heavy rain, and frequent lightning. Storms may develop at any time on Saturday afternoon and into Saturday evening. Isolated instances of flash flooding are also possible. Residents should stay tuned to local […]

White House denies Maryland’s request for federal flood aid, Governor Moore responds

ANNAPOLIS, MD—The White House has rejected Maryland’s request for a federal disaster declaration following severe flooding in Western Maryland in May, Gov. Wes Moore announced on Wednesday. The decision denies federal assistance for communities in Allegany and Garrett counties, which suffered millions of dollars in damage. Governor Moore said the state would appeal the decision, asserting that the floods “clearly […]

Baltimore County health officials to hold free ‘Beat the Heat’ summer safety webinar

TOWSON, MD—As the summer continues to heat up in and around the area, Baltimore County health officials will hold a free summer safety webinar. The Baltimore County Department of Health and Human Services will host a free “Beat the Heat” webinar at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 30th. Topics covered will include water safety, heat-related illnesses, who is most at […]