Baltimore storm history
Storm events recorded in Baltimore, Maryland between 1950 and 2025.
1,311
Total events
31
Tornadoes
146
Hail
476
Floods
5
Deaths
$76.4M
Property damage
Most significant events
Strongest tornadoes, deadliest events, and biggest damage in this county. Up to 50 shown.
A contracter was killed when they were struck by lightning while doing work in the 8800 block of Walther Boulevard.
A tree fell onto a vehicle near Pot Spring Road and Deer Fox Lane. The tree falling onto the vehicle resulted in one fatality and three injuries.
A long-distance public bus ran off a rain-slicked highway and flipped onto its side. Thirty-two people were taken to various local hospitals.
NWS Doppler Weather Radar in Sterling, Virginia showed a rotating thunderstorm that developed a tornado based on this survey. Weather spotters and residents reported a tornado touchdown in the vicinity of the I-95 and I-195 interchange around 8:45 PM EDT. This was confirmed with …
National Weather Service Baltimore/Washington Forecast Office staff conducted a ground survey of storm damage that occurred in southeast Baltimore County on Wednesday, June 05, 2024. NWS Doppler Weather Radar in Sterling, Virginia showed a rotating thunderstorm that developed a t…
Hundreds of trees blew down around Reisterstown, including many onto houses and cars.
Hundreds of trees blew down around Pikesville, Garrison, Chestnut Ridge, and Brooklandville blocking numerous roads. Many trees fell onto houses and cars.
Widespread flash flooding in downtown Catonsville along Frederick Road. Roads flooded and water entering buildings. Flooding was reported in local schools along with 12 swift water rescues.
Significant flooding, damage to over a hundred cars in Woodlawn, water rescues in Owings Mills and Randalstown
Two devastating tornadoes ripped through working-class neighborhoods in central Baltimore City, causing upwards of $3 million in damage to 150 buildings. Up to 200 families were displaced by the storms. Although the damaged neighborhoods were not declared federal disaster areas, …
Two devastating tornadoes ripped through working-class neighborhoods in central Baltimore City, causing upwards of $3 million in damage to 150 buildings. Up to 200 families were displaced by the storms. Although the damaged neighborhoods were not declared federal disaster areas, …
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Multiple trees blew down around Parkton.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Multiple trees blew down around Towson.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Multiple trees blew down around Glen Arm.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
North Point Road closed between Willow Road and German Hill Road for 6 inches or more of flowing water over the bridge at Bread and Cheese Creek.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Reports of several roads closed in Dundalk due to high water. This includes North Point Boulevard near I-695, German Hill Road, Broening Highway, and Merrit Boulevard.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
The stream gauge on Honeygo Run near White Marsh reached flood stage, eventually cresting at 8.3 feet. This stream rose over 7 feet in less than an hour.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
County Emergency Management and 911 reported numerous roads closed in the I-695 and I-83 corridor.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Baltimore County Fire reported a vehicle was submerged in at least 3 feet of water at Stevens Road and Red Lion Road.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Baltimore County Fire reported several vehicles were stranded in several feet of water at Ellenham Avenue, Circle Road, and Bellona Avenue. Several roads around Ruxton Road were closed.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Baltimore County Fire reported that Harford Road at Park Forest Lane is closed due to at least three feet of standing water. Several vehicles are also stranded in high water along the road.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Harford Road closed due 2 to 3 feet of standing water near Fork Road.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Parts of Jericho Road closed due two to three feet of water due to Little Gunpowder Falls coming out of it.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Circle Road closed due to 1 to 2 feet of flowing water from Roland Run. Vehicle reported stuck in flood waters.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Vehicle stuck in two to three feet of flood waters on Stoney Batter Road near Bayswater Road.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Vehicle stuck in 2 to 3 feet of floodwaters on Tentmill Lane near Rosemill Drive.
Flood Flood
The Maidens Choice Run - Westgate (NBDM2) stream gauge rose approximately 10 feet in one hour (530pm to 630pm).
Flood Flood
The Elkridge (ELKM2) stream gauge reached minor flood stage, peaking at 16.43 feet at 905 pm.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Up to a foot of flowing water crossing Frederick Road between Catonsville.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
WDNM2 (Dead Run) moved into Minor flooding at 9 feet, peaking at 10.07 feet at 155 PM. Approximate 6.5 foot rise in 30 to 35 minutes.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
The I-695 outer loop at Exit 16A closed due to 2 to 3 feet of standing water. Water also reported to be blocking several lanes on I-695 and I-70 nearby.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
North Franklintown road closed due to high water from Dead Run flowing across the road in multiple spots at least 12 inches deep.
Flood Flood
ELKM2 (Patapsco River near Elkridge below Patapsco Valley State Park) moved into Minor flooding several times from approximately 430 PM to 630pm. The river peaked at 18.85 feet at 445 PM.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Baker School House Road closed due to high water flowing across the road at Walker Run. Water reported to be one to two feet deep.
Flood Flood
Gunpowder Falls briefly crested in minor flood stage at 6.01 feet. At this level, water begins to reach buildings at River Valley Ranch.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Two trees blew down onto a house in White Marsh.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Baltimore City Emergency Manager reports water has flooded cars along Aliceanna Street in Fells Point. Several cars stuck.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Several roads were blocked (either by 6 to 8 inches of flowing water or a few feet of standing water), particularly in the North Point area and along Key Highway.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
There were a few calls for trees and wires blown down in eastern Baltimore County.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
The 12000 block of Jericho Road was closed due to water flowing across the road.
Flood Flood
Three to four inches of flowing across the roadway in several spots along Harford Road between Sunshine Road and Fallston Road.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Several trees and wires blew down in the city of Kingsville.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A large tree blew down at the intersection of US-1 Bel Air Road and New Cut Road.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
There were a few calls for trees blown down near Freeland towards the state line.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
There was a report of large tree limbs blown down near Dundalk.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Numerous trees and wires blew down in and around the Dundalk area.
Hail Hail
Quarter size hail was reported near Dundalk.
Events by year
| Year | Events | Tornadoes |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 67 | 1 |
| 2024 | 33 | 2 |
| 2023 | 63 | 1 |
| 2022 | 45 | 0 |
| 2021 | 93 | 2 |
| 2020 | 64 | 0 |
| 2019 | 71 | 1 |
| 2018 | 94 | 1 |
| 2017 | 61 | 0 |
| 2016 | 39 | 0 |
| 2015 | 57 | 0 |
| 2014 | 45 | 0 |
| 2013 | 13 | 2 |
| 2012 | 78 | 0 |
| 2011 | 101 | 2 |
| 2010 | 36 | 1 |
| 2009 | 29 | 2 |
| 2008 | 57 | 0 |
| 2007 | 16 | 1 |
| 2006 | 25 | 0 |
| 2005 | 16 | 0 |
| 2004 | 29 | 0 |
| 2003 | 17 | 0 |
| 2002 | 12 | 0 |
| 2001 | 13 | 0 |
| 2000 | 13 | 1 |
| 1999 | 11 | 1 |
| 1998 | 7 | 0 |
| 1997 | 2 | 0 |
| 1996 | 12 | 2 |
| 1995 | 7 | 2 |
| 1994 | 11 | 2 |
| 1993 | 2 | 1 |
| 1992 | 4 | 0 |
| 1991 | 8 | 0 |
| 1990 | 8 | 3 |
| 1989 | 4 | 0 |
| 1988 | 2 | 0 |
| 1986 | 4 | 0 |
| 1985 | 5 | 0 |
| 1984 | 1 | 0 |
| 1983 | 5 | 0 |
| 1982 | 3 | 0 |
| 1981 | 1 | 0 |
| 1980 | 1 | 0 |
| 1979 | 2 | 1 |
| 1978 | 1 | 1 |
| 1976 | 2 | 0 |
| 1975 | 3 | 0 |
| 1974 | 6 | 0 |
| 1973 | 3 | 1 |
| 1970 | 4 | 0 |
| 1968 | 1 | 0 |
| 1966 | 1 | 0 |
| 1963 | 1 | 0 |
| 1959 | 1 | 0 |
| 1957 | 1 | 0 |