A Tropical Storm Warning is in effect for the area today as Tropical Storm Isaias brings rain and the possibility of flooding.
A Flash Flood Watch and coastal Flood Warnings are in effect today into tonight.
The storm is expected to move rapidly over St. Mary’s County this morning and exit the Chesapeake Bay by midday.
Forecasters say that the threat of flash flooding is likely as rainfall continues to move northward. Totals of between three to six inches are expected. The highest amounts are expected over the I-95 corridor in the early afternoon.
Isaias is moving NE across NC, crossing our region through the early PM. Heavy rain will intensify with significant flood potential, especially near & east of I-95. Winds will also increase in these areas, with wind damage possible. Tornadoes also possible, mainly near the Bay. pic.twitter.com/wUyXqUxsuz
— NWS Baltimore-Washington (@NWS_BaltWash) August 4, 2020
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