Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued October 14 at 4:45PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
October 14, 2026 - 1:45pm
Expires:
October 14, 2026 - 2:15pm
Description:
At 444 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was located over Bittinger,
moving southeast at 40 mph.
Winds in excess of 40 mph and nickel size hail are possible with this
storm.
Locations impacted include...
Frostburg, Westernport, Bel Air, Bittinger, Lonaconing, Piedmont,
Grantsville, Cresaptown, Eckhart Mines, Barton, Midland, Midlothian,
Franklin, Woodland, Luke, Merrill, Jennings, Keysers Ridge, Big Run
State Park, and New Germany.
This includes Interstate 68 in Maryland between mile markers 13 and
24, and between mile markers 32 and 36.
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.
Area Description:
Extreme Western Allegany; Western Garrett; Eastern Garrett
Forcast Office:
NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov