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12/22 9pm A lot to unpack. Good evening, multi-hazard weather event on the table for your Friday and some of Sa...
12/23/2022

12/22 9pm A lot to unpack.

Good evening, multi-hazard weather event on the table for your Friday and some of Saturday. Most of the area has a high wind warning from Dec. 23rd @ 4am to Dec. 24th @ 6am. Winds 30-40mph & gusts possible to 65mph.

Winter weather advisory has also been issued from Dec. 23rd. @ 6am to Dec. 23rd. 6pm. Hazard: 1-3" of blowing snow.

Finally, a windchill warning is in effect Dec. 23rd to Dec. 24th @ 1pm. This is life threatening cold with windchills possible down to -40F. Yes, negative forty degrees possible.

This system coming through will likely dump a quick thump of snow as the artic air arrives. The artic air should arrive by dawn and temperatures will only continue to plummet throughout the day. Air temps are expected to get to -5F without the wind by night time. Hypothermia and frost bite can set in very quickly. Please use caution if going outside & dress adequately for the weather.

Some strong wording from the NWS:
This type of cold is something we rarely see in our area, and
should not be taken lightly. Given the strong winds expected and
this level of cold, it is crucial to make preparations now for
the loss of power in extreme cold conditions and to have a plan
to protect you, your pets, livestock, and other property that
are sensitive to extreme cold conditions.

In addition, items outside that can blow away should be secured NOW. Any inflatable decorations will likely be ruined if not brought or secured better for the weekend.

This will be some of the coldest air that our area has felt in a very long time. When the temp starts to drop, it will only get worse. Please have a plan should the power go out. If you do venture out it is recommended that you make a car kit (blankets, extra clothing, snacks, jumper cables). Make sure all hose bibs are off too.

The map below shows advisories/warnings from the NWS. It does not show each individually due to the multiple items issued by the NWS. You can always go to NOAA to see them or ask questions below.

Above all, stay warm & safe.

Forecaster Ira

4:50PM 11/18/22 - A SNOW SQUALL WARNING has been issued until 5:45PM for northern Garrett county. A dangerous snow squal...
11/18/2022

4:50PM 11/18/22 - A SNOW SQUALL WARNING has been issued until 5:45PM for northern Garrett county.

A dangerous snow squall was approaching western parts of the county as of 4:45pm and is moving east. GET OFF THE ROADS!

Snow squalls create life threatening conditions with low visibility, gusty winds, flash freezes, and snow covered roads. DO NOT TRAVEL!

Forecaster Jack.

7/12. 2:33pmSevere thunderstorm Warning until 3pm. See information below from the NWS. Forecaster Ira Take shelter in p...
07/12/2022

7/12. 2:33pm

Severe thunderstorm Warning until 3pm. See information below from the NWS.
Forecaster Ira

Take shelter in place or per instructions
Issued By
Baltimore/Washington - MD, US, National Weather Service
Affected Area
Garrett County
Description
The National Weather Service in Sterling Virginia has issued a

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for... Western Allegany County in western Maryland... Garrett County in western Maryland... Northwestern Grant County in eastern West Virginia... Mineral County in eastern West Virginia...

Until 330 PM EDT.

At 224 PM EDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near Grantsville to near Grafton, moving east at 45 mph.

HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Damaging winds will cause some trees and large branches to fall. This could injure those outdoors, as well as damage homes and vehicles. Roadways may become blocked by downed trees. Localized power outages are possible. Unsecured light objects may become projectiles.

Locations impacted include... Cumberland, Frostburg, Keyser, Mountain Lake Park, Oakland, Westernport, Bel Air, Bayard, Bittinger, La Vale, Lonaconing, Piedmont, Grantsville, Loch Lynn Heights, Deer Park, Accident, Elk Garden, Kitzmiller, Ridgeley and Cresaptown.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.

Large hail and damaging winds and continuous cloud to ground lightning is occurring with these storms. Move indoors immediately. Lightning is one of nature's leading killers. Remember, if you can hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.

5/27. 7:55amGood morning! A tornado watch for eastern locations today through 2pm.Today, expect rainy and overcast co...
05/27/2022

5/27. 7:55am

Good morning!
A tornado watch for eastern locations today through 2pm.

Today, expect rainy and overcast conditio
ns with severe weather possible. A graphic is shared below shares the difference between a watch and a Warning.

Stay aware for any warnings that may be issued by the NWS today. One map from the NWS, other from Foots.

This weekend will have improving conditions with lingering showers possible Saturday morning. Most will see temps on Saturday into the 70s. Higher elevations will be in the 60s.

Sunday- upper 70s to low 80s elevation dependent. Sunny for most.

Monday- low 80s west and upper 80s east and still sunny and dry. Happy Memorial Day!

Forecaster Ira

!!! TORNADO WARNING IN EFFECT FOR PORTIONS OF EAST CENTRAL ALLEGANY AND NORTHWESTERN WASHINGTON COUNTIES UNTIL 1:15PM !!...
05/20/2022

!!! TORNADO WARNING IN EFFECT FOR PORTIONS OF EAST CENTRAL ALLEGANY AND NORTHWESTERN WASHINGTON COUNTIES UNTIL 1:15PM !!!

A severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado is currently located near Barnes Gap, moving east at 50 MPH. Rotation indicated on radar indicates that a tornado is likely, with hailstones also up to an inch in diameter, similar in size to quarters. Take cover immediately in the most interior room of your current location.
..Forecaster Zach...

!!! TORNADO WARNING IN EFFECT FOR PORTIONS OF CENTRAL ALLEGANY COUNTY UNTIL 1:00PM !!!A severe thunderstorm capable of p...
05/20/2022

!!! TORNADO WARNING IN EFFECT FOR PORTIONS OF CENTRAL ALLEGANY COUNTY UNTIL 1:00PM !!!

A severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado is currently to the northwest of Paw Paw, moving east at 45 MPH. Rotation indicated on radar indicates that a tornado is likely, with hailstones also up to an inch in diameter, similar in size to quarters. Take cover immediately in the most interior room of your current location.
..Forecaster Zach...

5/16. 9a.m.Enhanced risk for Severe Weather just to the east for many today. The primary threat will be wind, but iso...
05/16/2022

5/16. 9a.m.

Enhanced risk for Severe Weather just to the east for many today. The primary threat will be wind, but isolated tornadoes and hail cannot be ruled out.

Best timing 10a.m. to 1pm. Eastern locations 11am to 3pm. Please heed any warnings issued by the NWS today.

Please see maps below from the NWS.

Forecaster Ira

03/31/2022

A line of severe thunderstorms is currently located along a line extending from from Bel Air to near Keyser, moving northeast at approximately 45 MPH. This cell is currently producing severe wind gusts in excess of 60 MPH, alongside severe-sized hailstones up to 1 in diameter, similar in size to quarters. Severe wind gusts of this strength will cause minor damages to property. Some light, unsecured, and unprotected objects can become projectiles and weaker branches and trees will snap and fall. Isolated to scattered power outages are possible as a result. Severe hailstones of this size can cause minor damage to any unprotected and fragile outdoor objects. As a result, a Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for central Allegany County in Maryland, as well as northeastern Mineral and north central Mineral Counties in West Virginia until 4:15PMThursday afternoon.

03/31/2022

A severe thunderstorm cell is currently located near near Rawling, moving northeast at approximately 60 MPH. This cell is currently producing severe wind gusts in excess of 60 MPH, alongside severe-sized hailstones up to 1 in diameter, similar in size to quarters. Severe wind gusts of this strength will cause minor damages to property. Some light, unsecured, and unprotected objects can become projectiles and weaker branches and trees will snap and fall. Isolated to scattered power outages are possible as a result. Severe hailstones of this size can cause minor damage to any unprotected and fragile outdoor objects. As a result, a Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for western Allegany County in Maryland and northeastern Mineral County in West Virginia until 4:15PM Thursday afternoon.

03/31/2022

A TORNADO WARNING HAS BEEN ISSUED FOR NORTHWESTERN ALLEGANY COUNTY IN MARYLAND AND NORTHEASTERN MINERAL COUNTY IN WEST VIRGINIA UNTIL 3:30PM THURSDAY AFTERNOON.

SEEK SHELTER IMMEDIATELY!!! This system has been spotted on radar with the capability of producing a tornado. Wind gust of at least 60 MPH have alreay been estimated with this cell, as well as hail up to three quarters of an inch in diameter, similar in size to pennies.

Towns to be impacted include Cumberland, La Vale, Ridgeley, Eckhart Mines, Mount Savage, Ellerslie, Corriganville, Wellersburg, Flintstone, and Wolfe Mill.
Pleasant Valley.

03/31/2022

This afternoon's excitement is just beginning... and boy are things gonna ramp up...

Earlier this morning, the Storm Prediction Center of the National Weather Service upgraded northern and central portions of the state to be covered by an enhanced risk (Level 3/5) of severe weather. All other portions of the state, as well as those counties along the Potomac River in Virginia and West Virginia remain in the slight risk (Level 2/5) category. As a result, a Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued for the Maryland counties of Allegany, Garrett, and Washington; the West Virginian counties of Berkeley, Hampshire, Jefferson, Mineral, and Morgan; and the Virginian Counties of Loudoun and Fairfax until 10:00PM. Widespread thunderstorm coverage with wind gusts in excess of 70 MPH are expected. Occasional instances of hailstones in excess of an inch in diameter, as well as a tornado or two, cannot be ruled out.

In addition to the Severe Thunderstorm Watch, the National Weather Service has also issued a Wind Advisory for many portions of the area until 8:00PM. This includes Frederick and Washington Counties in Maryland, Berkeley and Jefferson Counties in West Virginia, and Fairfax and Loudoun Counties in Virginia. Winds of 15 to 25 MPH are expected, with gusts as high as 50 MPH.

Although not at peak strength, some storms are already pushing into the area. From the south, a large batch of thunderstorms is pushing northeastwards into southern Maryland from Virginia, where a Tornado Watch is now in effect. And from the west, the cold fron has just now entered far western Maryland. Check back here for frequent updates on Severe Thunderstorm and Tornado Warnings, as this will be significant storm day. Keep an eye out for emergency alerts on your cellular devices and be prepared to seek shelter in the case of an emergency event.
..Forecaster Zach...

03/19/2022

5:00PM 3/19/22 - A strong thunderstorm cell is currently located near Martinsburg, moving eastwards at 40 MPH. This cell is producing strong wind gusts up to between 40 and 50 MPH, and small hailstones up to three quarters of an inch in diameter, less than the size of pennies. This cell is expected to move into portions of Washington County in Maryland, as well as Berkeley County in West Virginia, including towns such as Hagerstown, Wilson-Conococheague, Williamsport, Berkeley, Halfway, Funkstown, and Johnsontown.
..Forecaster Zach...

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