Headline:
Tornado Warning issued August 20 at 7:09PM EDT until August 20 at 7:30PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
August 20, 2026 - 4:09pm
Expires:
August 20, 2026 - 4:30pm
Description:
At 709 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located near Lexington Park, moving east at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado.
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.
This dangerous storm will be near...
Lexington Park and California around 715 PM EDT.
Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include
Callaway.
Instruction:
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.
Area Description:
St. Marys, MD
Forcast Office:
NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov