Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 3:25AM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 18, 2026 - 12:25am
Expires:
July 18, 2026 - 1:00am
Description:
At 324 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm
between Aurora and Terra Alta, moving northeast at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and half inch hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Mountain Lake Park, Oakland, Loch Lynn Heights, Deer Park, Crellin,
Deep Creek Lake State Park, Redhouse, Hutton, McComas Beach, and
Swallow Falls State Park.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
Area Description:
Western Garrett
Forcast Office:
NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Sender: