Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued July 5 at 5:22PM EDT until July 5 at 7:30PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
July 5, 2026 - 2:22pm
Expires:
July 5, 2026 - 4:30pm
Description:
At 522 PM EDT, Emergency Management reported thunderstorms producing
heavy rain in Barton with roads closed. Between 2 and 4 inches of
rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts up to 0.5 inches are
possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is already occurring.
HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
SOURCE...Emergency management reported.
IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas,
highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor
drainage and low-lying areas.
Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
Westernport... Piedmont...
Barton... Franklin...
Luke... Dogwood Flats...
Reynolds...
Instruction:
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
In hilly terrain there are hundreds of low water crossings which are
potentially dangerous in heavy rain. Do not attempt to cross flooded
roads. Find an alternate route.
Area Description:
Allegany, MD
Forcast Office:
NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Sender: