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Public Information Statement
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
136 PM EDT Fri Oct 16 2026

..SEVERE WEATHER SAFETY RULES...

Severe thunderstorms capable of producing damaging wind gusts are
possible this afternoon into this evening across much of Maryland,
eastern West Virginia, and northern Virginia.

Everyone should monitor this situation very closely and ensure your 
NOAA weather radios are set to alert mode. Severe weather warnings 
for imminent damaging storms may become necessary. 

Here are some safety rules to keep in mind when severe weather is 
expected or is occurring. If a warning is issued, seek shelter 
indoors immediately. Stay weather aware. Be ready to seek a 
sturdy shelter if a Severe Thunderstorm Warning is issued. Also 
practice lightning safety. To be safe from lightning, you need to
be in an enclosed shelter or vehicle.

Stay tuned to NOAA weather radio, commercial radio, information 
sources from your phone, or television for the latest on this 
potential severe weather event. Additional weather information can 
be found at weather.gov/washington or weather.gov/baltimore.

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