Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued in Cecil, Maryland

Severe Thunderstorm Warning was issued by the National Weather Service for Cecil County in Maryland.

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

The alert was issued at 8:38 PM local time and is scheduled to remain in effect until 9:00 PM local time. The NWS lists the alert severity as severe. Its urgency is listed as immediate. The event is classified as observed.

Storm Details

A severe thunderstorm was located over Barksdale, or over Newark, moving southeast at 30 mph

Hazards

60 mph wind gusts

Potential 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 Mentioned

Elkton, Brantwood, Cherry Hill, Blake, Barksdale, Fair Hill, Glen Westover, Bohemias Mills, Andora, Appleton, Pleasant Hill, and Chesapeake City

Areas Affected

The warning covers Cecil County in Maryland.

Safety Information

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