Excessive Heat Warning issued for Friday in Baltimore, heat index to reach 110 degrees

BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Warning for Friday in the Baltimore area.  A Heat Advisory remains in effect for northern Baltimore County. The waring will be in effect from noon to 8 p.m. on August 2 as heat index values are expected to reach 110 degrees. Scattered strong afternoon thunderstorms are also expected throughout the […]

Code Orange Air Quality Alert issued for Sunday in Baltimore area

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of the Environment has issued a Code Orange Air Quality Alert for Sunday, July 21, in the Baltimore area. A Code Orange Air Quality Alert means that air pollution concentrations within the region may become unhealthy for sensitive groups. Sensitive groups include children, people suffering from asthma, heart disease or other lung diseases and the elderly. […]

Wires down, roadways flooded with rescues in progress as storms roll through area

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Wednesday evening’s storms are wreaking havoc on local roadways, with wires down and several rescues under way. Pulaski Highway at Rosedale Avenue in Rosedale is flooded with several people trapped in their vehicles, according to the White Marsh Volunteer Fire Company. Eastern Boulevard is closed in both directions between White Marsh Boulevard and Martin Boulevard due to live power […]

Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for Baltimore area on Wednesday

BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for the Baltimore area. The watch will remain in effect until 10 p.m. on Wednesday, July 17th. Forecasters say quarter-sized hail, frequent lightning, and wind gusts of up to 70 mph will be the main risks associated with any storms that develop. Residents should stay tuned to local forecasts.

Severe storms expected in Baltimore area on Wednesday, Flood Watch issued

BALTIMORE, MD—Extreme heat and humidity will continue on Wednesday in the Baltimore area, along with the threat for showers and thunderstorms. Some storms may be severe, especially along and east of the Blue Ridge. A Flood Watch is in effect for the Baltimore-DC corridor for the potential for flash flooding later on Wednesday. A Heat Advisory is also in effect […]