Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 20 at 7:36PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 20, 2026 - 4:36pm
Expires:
August 20, 2026 - 5:15pm
Description:
At 736 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 9
miles north of Deal Island, or 17 miles west of Princess Anne, moving
east at 40 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down small trees and blow around
unsecured objects. Wind impacting handling of high profile
vehicles.
This strong thunderstorm will be near...
Fruitland around 800 PM EDT.
Other locations impacted by this storm include Green Hill, Wetipquin,
Oriole, Trinity, Andrews, Royal Oak, Eden, Crocheron, Honga, and
Dames Quarter.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio
stations and available television stations for additional information
and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 1000 PM EDT for southeastern
Maryland.
Area Description:
Dorchester; Wicomico; Somerset; Inland Worcester
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov