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Friday, June 1, 2012

Flood Warning in Effect Until 3:45 a.m.

Don't drive your vehicle into standing water, officials advise.

UPDATE 1:25 a.m.: The flood warning has been extended until 3:45 a.m. and now covers central Howard County, said the National Weather Service, which reported that streams were continuing to rise and would gradually recede over the course of the evening.  "DPW's Bureau of Highways continues to tackle debris cleanup this evening," said Howard County Government on Facebook. "As a result of the severe storms and flooding, some roadways may have standing water and debris that will be difficult to see during nighttime hours. Please drive w/ caution and be safe!" UPDATE 12:55 a.m.: A flood warning remains in effect until 3:15 a.m. for northwestern Howard County, according to the National Weather Service. The weather service said a number of roads…

Thursday, July 7, 2011

Hail, Flooding and Gusty Winds: Hazardous Weather in Howard County

Heavy rain may bring with it dangerous situations.

There is nothing good about the latest National Weather Service (NWS) alert. A hazardous weather outlook is calling for scattered thunderstorms Thursday evening; some may become strong with the possibility of producing damaging wind gusts and large hail.  Rainfall could reach rates of two inches in less than an hour Friday, which may lead to flash flooding, so keep an eye out on nearby streams and the Patapsco River. Along with all of this comes a code orange air quality alert. That means particulate matter and other polution levels may become unhealthy, especially for asthmatics, the elderly and people with heart or lung diseases.  NWS suggests avoiding strenuous activity or outdoor exercise. For more information about particulate matter—…

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