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Thunderstorms

Wednesday, January 30, 2013

UPDATE: Tornado Watch Issued for Pr. George's

As much as one to three inches of rain could fall during an evening rainstorm.

Update - 6:34 p.m. - A tornado watch has been issued for Prince George's County, as well as Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Calvert, Carrol, Charles and Harford counties. The watch is in effect until 2 a.m. A wind advisory is also in effect through 6 a.m. on Thursday morning. Winds of 25 to 35 mph, with gusts of 45 to 50 mph, are predicted. Additionally, a flash flood watch is in effect through the evening.  Original article - A strong cold front coming through the area is bringing the risk of heavy rains, gusting winds and flash floods, according to The National Weather Service (NWS). The agency is predicting a 90 percent chance of rain in Prince George's County Wednesday night, and possibly thunderstorms. Temperatures will drop to the low 40s …

Tuesday, July 24, 2012

Severe Thunderstorm Watch Lifted

A slow-moving cold front is expected to kick up more rain, wind, and hail Tuesday.

Update, 10:01 p.m.:  The severe thunderstorm watch has been lifted. Original article: Keep an eye on the skies Tuesday, as forecasters are warning of more severe weather in the area. A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect across Prince George's County and the surrounding region through 8 p.m. The cause, according to the National Weather Service, is a slow-moving cold front pushing through the area. "Some storms will become severe and will be capable of producing damaging wind gusts and possibly large hail," the service cautions. A high of 96° is expected this afternoon.

Monday, May 23, 2011

Severe Thunderstorm Watch Monday in Prince George's County

The National Weather Service announced the watch Monday afternoon until 6 p.m.

The National Weather Service announced a severe thunderstorm watch in Prince George's County and neighboring counties in the metro area until 6 p.m. Monday Thunderstorms are expected to develop this afternoon with damaging winds. Storms may continue this week in the evenings.

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