Maryland Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/06/2026 05:22

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 6 at 8:22AM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 6, 2026 - 5:22am
Expires: 
July 6, 2026 - 6:00am
Description: 
At 822 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong thunderstorms over Secretary, or near Hurlock, moving east at 10 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph, pea size hail, heavy rain, and frequent lightning. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible. Reduced visibility and minor flooding possible. Frequent cloud to ground lightning strikes. Locations impacted include... Hurlock, Secretary, East New Market, Galestown, Brookview, and Eldorado.
Instruction: 
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. Heavy rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways. This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio stations and available television stations for additional information and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
Area Description: 
Dorchester
Forcast Office: 
NWS Wakefield VA