Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 10:51AM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 18, 2026 - 7:51am
Expires:
July 18, 2026 - 8:45am
Description:
At 1049 AM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was located over Kingwood,
moving east at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gust 30 to 40 mph and lightning.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Oakland, Bittinger, Grantsville, Friendsville, Deer Park, Accident,
Jennings, Keysers Ridge, Mineral Spring, Deep Creek Lake State Park,
Swallow Falls State Park, McHenry, Selbysport, Big Run State Park,
and McComas Beach.
This includes Interstate 68 in Maryland between mile markers 1 and
20.
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Western Garrett; Eastern Garrett
Forcast Office:
NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Sender: