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Governor Moore declares first State of Preparedness ahead of dangerous winter weather system, State officials ask residents to share flood photos on MyCoast Maryland app

Posted on January 9, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore on Tuesday morning signed the State’s first State of Preparedness declaration (PDF) ahead of a potentially hazardous winter weather system that is expected to bring damaging winds, heavy rain, and potential flooding to areas of Maryland. According to the National Weather Service, the significant weather system is expected to impact the region Tuesday afternoon and evening, […]

Maryland Emergency Operation Center Level Enhanced

Forecasters warn of hazardous weather conditions in Baltimore area on Tuesday evening, State Activation Level raised to ‘ENHANCED’

Posted on January 9, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service says weather conditions will deteriorate as a strong frontal system approaches on Tuesday afternoon, then passes through the greater Baltimore/Washington region Tuesday evening. This will result high winds capable of downing trees and powerlines, tidal flooding, and the potential for flooding of small streams and creeks. This will create hazardous travel conditions late Tuesday afternoon […]

Storm system to produce heavy rain, high winds in Baltimore area on Tuesday evening

Posted on January 8, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

UPDATE 2: Baltimore County Public Schools and offices will close three hours early on Tuesday, as will Harford County Public Schools. UPDATE: The Wind Advisory has now been upgraded to a High Wind Warning. Original story below… ——— BALTIMORE, MD—An impactful storm system will move through the Baltimore area on Tuesday afternoon and into Wednesday morning, producing heavy downpours and […]

NWS Baltimore Forecast Snow Totals 20240104

Baltimore area may see first accumulating snowfall in two years this weekend

Posted on January 4, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The forecast is becoming a bit more clear with regard to this weekend’s winter storm that is expected to impact the Baltimore area. The National Weather Service says that wintry weather is expected across much of the region on Saturday afternoon and into the overnight hours. The greatest impacts from snow and ice will likely be felt in western […]

Baltimore Winter Storm Threat NWS 20240102

Potential weekend winter storm may affect Baltimore area following quiet holiday week

Posted on January 2, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

UPDATE: The National Weather Service has provided an update with regard to predicted snow totals from this storm. Original story below… BALTIMORE, MD—The holidays were fairly quiet weather-wise in the Baltimore area, but that could change this weekend. After a minor “clipper” system moves through the region on Wednesday night and into Thursday morning, the National Weather Service says there […]

Wind Advisory issued for Monday in Baltimore area

Posted on December 17, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory for the Baltimore area. The advisory will be in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Monday Northwest winds of 25 to 30 mph are expected with gusts of up to 50 mph. Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few […]

Flood Watch issued for Baltimore area as soaking rain expected

Posted on December 16, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for the Baltimore area. The watch will be in effect from 6:00 p.m. on Sunday through 6:00 a.m. on Monday. Forecasters say a strong low will bring heavy rain and gusty winds to the area. A total of 2-3″ of rain is expected with a few instances of flooding possible. […]

Flood Watch issued for Sunday in Baltimore area, rain may end as snow on Monday

Posted on December 9, 2023 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for the Baltimore area. The watch will be in effect from Sunday afternoon through late Sunday night. Forecasters say flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible throughout the area. Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor […]

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