Tornado Warning — Worcester County, Maryland
A tornado has been sighted or indicated by weather radar. Take shelter immediately in a sturdy building, away from windows.
Current Status
🌪️ Active: Tornado Warning
Tornado Warning issued August 20 at 8:44PM EDT until August 20 at 9:15PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
At 844 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located over Cape Isle Of Wight, or over Ocean City, moving east at 35 mph. HAZARD...Tornado. SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation. IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely. This tornadic thunderstorm will remain over mainly rural areas of northeastern Worcester County, including the following locations... West Ocean City and Ocean City Municipality.
Effective August 20, 2026 at 8:44 PM ET · Expires August 20, 2026 at 9:15 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Tornado Warning
Severity
extreme
Issued By
NWS Wakefield VA
Expires
August 20, 2026 at 9:15 PM ET
Last Checked
58 minutes ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying debris.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Tornado Warning mean for Worcester County, Maryland?
A tornado has been sighted or indicated by weather radar. Take shelter immediately in a sturdy building, away from windows.
Is this Tornado Warning currently active?
Yes — this alert is active as of our last check (58 minutes ago). It's set to expire August 20, 2026 at 9:15 PM ET.
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