Severe Thunderstorm Warning — Baltimore County, Maryland
A thunderstorm capable of producing damaging winds of 58+ mph and/or 1-inch hail has been detected.
Current Status
⛈️ Active: Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued August 7 at 5:19PM EDT until August 7 at 6:15PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
SVRLWX The National Weather Service in Sterling Virginia has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for... Baltimore City in northern Maryland... Southeastern Baltimore County in northern Maryland... * Until 615 PM EDT. * At 519 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm was located over Baltimore, and is nearly stationary. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Damaging winds will cause some trees and large branches to fall. This could injure those outdoors, as well as damage homes and vehicles. Roadways may become blocked by downed trees. Localized power outages are possible. Unsecured light objects may become projectiles. * Locations impacted include... Baltimore, Middle River, North Point State Park, Sparrows Point, Back River, Millers Island, Dundalk, Towson, Catonsville, Essex, Woodlawn, Parkville, Carney, Perry Hall, Arbutus, Rosedale, Rossville, Brooklyn Park, White Marsh, and Bowleys Quarters.
Effective August 7, 2026 at 5:19 PM ET · Expires August 7, 2026 at 6:15 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Expires
August 7, 2026 at 6:15 PM ET
Last Checked
22 minutes ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.
Also In Effect For
This same Severe Thunderstorm Warning also covers:
Other Active Alerts in Maryland
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Flash Flood Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Severe Thunderstorm Warning mean for Baltimore County, Maryland?
A thunderstorm capable of producing damaging winds of 58+ mph and/or 1-inch hail has been detected.
Is this Severe Thunderstorm Warning currently active?
Yes — this alert is active as of our last check (22 minutes ago). It's set to expire August 7, 2026 at 6:15 PM ET.
How do I get notified about Severe Thunderstorm Warning alerts for Baltimore County?
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Severe Thunderstorm Warning is also in effect for Baltimore City County.