Note: The Tornado Warning has expired for the DC region. The initial warning issuance before the expiration is below.
A Tornado Warning is in effect to 9 pm Wednesday, July 16, 2025 including the following jurisdictions.
MARYLAND: northeastern Carroll, northwestern Baltimore.
Excerpted from the National Weather Service:
The National Weather Service in Sterling Virginia has issued a
Tornado Warning for…
Northeastern Carroll County in north central Maryland…
Northwestern Baltimore County in northern Maryland…
Until 900 PM EDT.
At 826 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near Hampstead, or near Westminster, moving east at 10 mph.
HAZARD…Tornado and golf ball size hail.
SOURCE…Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT…For those in the direct path of a tornado touchdown, flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. Damage to roofs, siding, and windows may occur. Mobile homes may be damaged or destroyed. Tree damage is likely.
Locations impacted include…
Hampstead, Manchester, Millers, Greenmount, and Upperco.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Tornadoes are extremely difficult to see and confirm at night. Do not wait to see or hear the tornado. TAKE COVER NOW!
Torrential rainfall is occurring with this storm, and may lead to flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.