Thunderstorm Wind — Howard, Maryland
2025-05-16 · near Jonestown, Howard, Maryland
$2K
Property damage
52 EG
Magnitude
Event narrative
A pair of trees blew down in the Kendall Ridge neighborhood.
Wider weather episode
A line of thunderstorms developed over western Maryland and eastern West Virginia, then significantly gathered strength as it moved east into the I-95 corridor. Destructive winds, very large hail, and a tornado were observed with some of the most intense storms. Additional thunderstorms in a weakening but still severe state crossed the Appalachians overnight.
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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1250134. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.