Headline:
Flood Watch issued September 12 at 12:57PM EDT until September 13 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Event:
Flood Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
September 12, 2026 - 9:57am
Expires:
September 12, 2026 - 11:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.
* WHERE...A portion of western Maryland, including the following
areas, Eastern Garrett, Extreme Western Allegany and Western
Garrett.
* WHEN...Through late tonight.
* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers,
creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Low-water crossings
may be flooded.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- Showers and thunderstorms are expected at times through this
evening. Given the humid airmass in place, there is the potential
for up to 2 inches of rain in an hour, with localized totals of
up to 5 inches possible. This would result in rapid rises of
water on small streams and creeks and in low-lying areas.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instruction:
You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action
should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.
Area Description:
Extreme Western Allegany; Western Garrett; Eastern Garrett
Forcast Office:
NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov