Thunderstorms, heavy rain, high winds likely in Baltimore area to end the week

BALTIMORE, MD—The end of the week will likely be soggy and windy in the Baltimore area. The National Weather Service says damaging winds or an isolated tornado are possible on Thursday night. Heavy rainfall from thunderstorms may lead to isolated instances of flooding as a front passes through the region. Shower and thunderstorms will again be possible on Friday and […]

Mid-Atlantic earthquake rattles Maryland

BALTIMORE, MD—A moderate Mid-Atlantic earthquake rattled parts of Maryland on Friday morning. The United States Geological Survey reports that a 4.8-magnitude earthquake hit Whitehouse Station, New Jersey at 10:23 a.m. on April 5, 2024. The temblor occurred at a depth of 4.7 km. The Maryland Department of Emergency Management has heard reports that local residents have experienced shaking. Officials are […]

Thursday afternoon showers, storms in Baltimore may produce graupel: what is it?

BALTIMORE, MD—Thursday afternoon could produce some interesting weather in the Baltimore area. While the likelihood of severe storms is greatly diminished compared to earlier in the week, the National Weather Service says some scattered showers and thunderstorms between 2:00 and 7:00 p.m. may have the potential to produce graupel, but what is it? Graupel are soft, small pellets formed when […]

Flood Watch issued for Baltimore area through Wednesday afternoon

BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for the Baltimore area. The watch will be in effect through Wednesday afternoon, April 3, 2024. Forecasters say multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms are expected through Wednesday. One to two inches of rain is most likely, with localized amounts up to 4 inches possible. This may result in flooding […]

More severe weather possible on Wednesday in Baltimore area

BALTIMORE, MD—The threat for severe weather will continue through Wednesday in the Baltimore area. The National Weather Service says severe thunderstorms with damaging wind gusts and a brief tornado or two are possible on Wednesday. Isolated instances of flooding are also possible throughout the day on Wednesday. Isolated showers are possible on Thursday before things begin to clear out just […]

Severe storms possible in Baltimore area on Tuesday

BALTIMORE, MD—Following a beautiful Easter Sunday in the Baltimore area, stormy weather will likely move through the region on Tuesday. The National Weather Service says scattered storms will likely pass through the Baltimore area on Tuesday afternoon and evening. Forecasters say residents can expect damaging wind gusts, hail, and possibly even a tornado or two. Localized flooding is also possible […]

Flood Watch issued as heavy rain expected in Baltimore over weekend

BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for the Baltimore area as heavy rains are expected this weekend. The Flood Watch will be in effect from last Friday night through Saturday afternoon. Forecasters say rainfall of 1.5 to 2.5 inches is most likely late Friday night through Saturday morning, with rain expected to depart Saturday afternoon. The […]