Headline:
Tornado Warning issued July 18 at 2:29PM EDT until July 18 at 2:45PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
July 18, 2026 - 11:29am
Expires:
July 18, 2026 - 11:45am
Description:
At 229 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located near Point Of Rocks, or 9 miles south of Harry Grove
Stadium, moving southeast at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado and golf ball size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT...For those in the direct path of a tornado touchdown, flying
debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter.
Damage to roofs, siding, and windows may occur. Mobile
homes may be damaged or destroyed. Tree damage is likely.
Locations impacted include...
Adamstown, Buckeystown, Barnesville, Park Mills, and Tuscarora.
Instruction:
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.
Torrential rainfall is occurring with this storm, and may lead to
flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
Area Description:
Frederick, MD; Montgomery, MD
Forcast Office:
NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Sender: