Despite severe fall fire weather, Maryland wildfire damage less extensive in 2024 than previous year

BALTIMORE, MD—Despite a significant increase in wildfire occurrences in Maryland during 2024, the total acreage burned was substantially lower than the previous year, according to the Maryland Forest Service’s Annual Wildland Fire Report released this month. The report analyzes data from 3.2 million acres of land overseen by the agency, including lands managed by the Maryland Forest Service, National Park […]

Two rounds of severe storms possible in Baltimore area on Wednesday

BALTIMORE, MD—Wednesday could bring two rounds of severe storms in the Baltimore area, according to the National Weather Service. Forecasters say isolated severe thunderstorms capable of producing damaging wind gusts and hail are possible on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. An isolated tornado or two, along with large hail, cannot be ruled out. The first round of storms is likely to […]

Elevated fire risk in Maryland on Tuesday, strong storms possible on Wednesday

BALTIMORE, MD—Marylanders should keep an eye on the weather on Tuesday and Wednesday, according to the National Weather Service. On Tuesday, March 4, 2025, forecasters say low humidity and gusty south to southeasterly winds will bring a greater risk of adverse fire behavior and rapid fire spread, mostly from late Tuesday morning through late Tuesday afternoon. Relative humidity values will […]