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Baltimore-Metro Flood Watches Persist as Storms Cause Power Outages and Rail Disruptions

A slow-moving front has dumped up to 5 inches of rain plus gusty 60 mph winds across the Baltimore area; forecasts predict conditions will clear by Wednesday

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Baltimore City Hall is reflected in a puddle as rain falls Thursday morning, setting the tone for a wet day ahead.
Cars were stranded at S Caroline St and Aliceanna St. due to flash flooding during a Tuesday afternoon storm.(Kimberly Hairston, The Baltimore Sun)
A stock photo shows heavy rain.

Overview

  • Flood watches remain in effect through 11 p.m. Tuesday for the Baltimore-metro and wider mid-Atlantic regions with flash flood warnings in low-lying areas
  • Multiple storm rounds have dropped a widespread 1 to 2 inches of rain and produced localized pockets of 2 to 5 inches
  • Severe thunderstorm gusts reaching 60 mph have downed branches and put strain on power infrastructure
  • Baltimore Gas and Electric reported about 135 customers without electricity and flooding at Aberdeen station compelled the Maryland Transit Administration to suspend commuter rail service
  • The National Weather Service expects the front to exit by Wednesday and forecasts no additional hazardous weather through Saturday