Maryland Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/18/2026 14:16

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 5:16PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 18, 2026 - 2:16pm
Expires: 
July 18, 2026 - 2:45pm
Description: 
At 516 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Hurlock, moving northeast at 25 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down small trees and blow around unsecured objects. Wind impacting handling of high profile vehicles. This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of northeastern Dorchester County, including the following locations... Eldorado, East New Market, and Brookview.
Instruction: 
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 900 PM EDT for southeastern Maryland.
Area Description: 
Dorchester
Forcast Office: 
NWS Wakefield VA