Severe Thunderstorm Warning — Talbot 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 20 at 6:57PM EDT until August 20 at 7:45PM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
SVRPHI The National Weather Service in Mount Holly NJ has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for... Sussex County in southern Delaware... Southwestern Kent County in central Delaware... Southeastern Talbot County in eastern Maryland... Caroline County in eastern Maryland... * Until 745 PM EDT. * At 656 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm was located over Preston, or near Hurlock, moving east at 35 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Expect damage to trees and power lines. * Locations impacted include... Georgetown, Milford, Seaford, Denton, Millsboro, Laurel, Harrington, Lewes, Federalsburg, Milton, Bridgeville, Delmar, Preston, Ellendale, and Gumboro.
Effective August 20, 2026 at 6:57 PM ET · Expires August 20, 2026 at 7:45 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Mount Holly NJ
Expires
August 20, 2026 at 7:45 PM ET
Last Checked
16 minutes ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 1000 PM EDT for central and southern Delaware...and eastern Maryland. For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 1000 PM EDT for central and southern Delaware...and eastern Maryland.
Also In Effect For
This same Severe Thunderstorm Warning also covers:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Severe Thunderstorm Warning mean for Talbot 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 (16 minutes ago). It's set to expire August 20, 2026 at 7:45 PM ET.
How do I get notified about Severe Thunderstorm Warning alerts for Talbot County?
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Severe Thunderstorm Warning is also in effect for Kent County.