UPDATE: A Severe Thunderstorm Watch and Flood Watch have been issued for the Baltimore area.

Original story below…

BALTIMORE, MD—As humid conditions return to the Baltimore area, severe storms are expected on Tuesday afternoon.

The National Weather Service says any stronger thunderstorms that develop may be capable of producing damaging winds, large hail, and isolated instances of flooding.

Heat and humidity will build into the area through the remainder of the week.

Residents should monitor local forecasts throughout the day.

More in the graphics below.