Winter Storm Watch issued for western Maryland as first significant snowfall expected, flurries possible in Baltimore area

BALTIMORE, MD—The first major winter storm of the season is set to move into western Maryland, and some flurries are possible in the Baltimore area as well. In western Maryland, the watch will be in effect from Thursday afternoon through Saturday morning, with snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches are expected.  Higher amounts are possible in some locations.  Wind […]

Baltimore area breaks record for consecutive days with no precipitation

BALTIMORE, MD—A weather record has fallen. The National Weather Service says the Baltimore area has broken the longest streak of consecutive days with no measurable precipitation at Baltimore (BWI) & Dulles (IAD). Records could be set at Washington DC and Martinsburg Airport later this week. Forecasters say the Baltimore area could see some rain showers on Wednesday or Thursday, with […]

Wildfires in Aberdeen prompt Code Orange for Baltimore area

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of the Environment has issued a Code Orange Air Quality alert for the Baltimore on Monday, November 4th. The Code Orange is being issued due to wildfires that are raging in the area of Aberdeen Proving Ground. “APG Fire, Aberdeen Test Center, and the Maryland National Guard are currently monitoring a range fire within the testing […]

Freeze Watch issued for northern Baltimore County, Harford County

BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Freeze Watch for northern Baltimore County and all of Harford County. The watch will be in effect from late Sunday night through Monday morning. Forecasters say sub-freezing temperatures as low as 29 degrees are possible. Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops and other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing. […]

Forecasters warn of elevated wildfire danger in Maryland on Saturday

BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service says elevated fire conditions are expected throughout Maryland on Saturday, October 26, due to dry conditions and gusty winds – especially between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Relative humidity values of around 30 percent are expected along with sustained northwesterly winds of 15 to 20 mph and gusts of 25 to 30 mph. This will […]

Frost Advisory issued for Friday morning in northern Baltimore County, Harford County

BALTIMORE, MD— The National Weather Service has issued a Frost Advisory for northern Baltimore County and northern Harford County. The advisory will be in effect from 3:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. on Friday, October 25, 2024. Forecasters say temperatures as low as 35 degrees will result in frost formation. Frost could harm sensitive outdoor vegetation. Sensitive outdoor plants may be […]