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Annapolis Storm Unleashes 60+ MPH Winds, Causes Chaos
13 Jun
Summary
- Severe winds exceeding 60 MPH struck central Anne Arundel County.
- Straight-line winds caused trees and power lines to fall.
- A tree fell on a home, displacing occupants but causing no injuries.
On Friday evening, a severe thunderstorm moved across central Anne Arundel County, unleashing straight-line winds that surpassed 60 MPH in areas like Parole and west Annapolis. The powerful gusts resulted in widespread damage, including the toppling of numerous trees and power lines.
One notable incident involved a tree being blown onto a home on Halsey Road, causing displacement of its occupants. The Office of Emergency Management is providing assistance to those affected. While the storm caused significant disruption and active road closures, no injuries were reported.
Looking ahead, Saturday is expected to be dry and mostly sunny. However, there is a risk of damaging storms returning on Sunday, which has been designated as a First Alert Weather Day.
