Possible Storms Prompt Hazardous Weather Outlook For Maryland

Severe thunderstorms could create hazardous conditions Monday afternoon and evening in parts of Maryland.

"A line of strong to severe thunderstorms with damaging wind gusts is expected to sweep east across our region this afternoon into this evening," the National Weather Service said in a special weather statement Monday, June 21.

"Damaging wind gusts are the primary threat, although large hail and an isolated tornado are also possible," officials said.

Here is the time line for potential storms:

• The initial line of storms may enter western Maryland between 1 and 4 p.m.
• It will move east across west central Maryland between 3 and 5 p.m.
• The line should reach the Baltimore and Washington metro areas and southern Maryland between 5 and 8 p.m.

"All times are current best estimates, and people should be ready to seek shelter when storms threaten or warnings are issued," officials said.

Due to the potential for severe weather, the National Weather Service issued a hazardous weather outlook for the region.

Areas along the Maryland-Pennsylvania border are at an "enhanced risk," meaning numerous severe storms are possible, according to the National Weather Service.