Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 14 at 7:27PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 14, 2026 - 4:27pm
Expires:
June 14, 2026 - 5:15pm
Description:
At 726 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from Scottdale to near Lumberport. Movement was east
at 55 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and pea size 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, Bayard, Bittinger, Grantsville, Loch
Lynn Heights, Friendsville, Deer Park, Accident, Redhouse, Hutton,
Gorman, Jennings, Crellin, Deep Creek Lake State Park, Swallow Falls
State Park, McHenry, Big Run State Park, Piney Grove, and McComas
Beach.
This includes Interstate 68 in Maryland between mile markers 1 and
24.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with these storms.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
These storms may intensify as the front pushes in from northwest WV,
so be certain to monitor local radio stations and available
television stations for additional information and possible warnings
from the National Weather Service.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 1100 PM EDT for
western Maryland...and eastern West Virginia.
Area Description:
Western Garrett; Eastern Garrett
Forcast Office:
NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Sender: