...STRONG THUNDERSTORMS WILL IMPACT NORTHEASTERN SOMERSET...WICOMICO
AND NORTHWESTERN WORCESTER COUNTIES THROUGH 1100 AM EDT...
At 1000 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong
thunderstorms along a line extending from near Laurel to Salisbury to
near Fruitland. Movement was southeast at 10 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph, heavy rain, and frequent
lightning.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down small trees and blow around
unsecured objects. Wind impacting handling of high profile
vehicles. Reduced visibility and minor flooding possible.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning strikes.
Strong thunderstorms will be near...
Fruitland and Salisbury University around 1005 AM EDT.
Parsonsburg around 1010 AM EDT.
Other locations impacted by these storms include Catchpenny,
Salisbury-Wicomico, Eden, Allen, Willards, Lakewood, Longridge,
Chesapeake Heights, Pittsville, and Powellville.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with these storms.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
These storms 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.
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MAX HAIL SIZE...0.00 IN;
MAX WIND GUST...50 MPH
