The National Weather Service in Sterling Virginia has issued a* Tornado Warning for... North central Montgomery County in central Maryland... Southeastern Frederick County in north central Maryland...* Until 215 PM EDT.* At 147 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near Ballenger Creek, or near Harry Grove Stadium, moving east at 25 mph. HAZARD...Tornado. SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation. IMPACT...For those in the direct path of a tornado touchdown, flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. Damage to roofs, siding, and windows may occur. Mobile homes may be damaged or destroyed. Tree damage is likely.* This dangerous storm will be near... Damascus and Green Valley around 155 PM EDT.Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm includeMonrovia and Ijamsville.PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowestfloor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in amobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelterand protect yourself from flying debris.
By The National Weather Service, Sterling,Va.