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HAGERSTOWN, MD (August 7, 2024) – The Office of Emergency Management continues to monitor Tropical Storm Debby and has raised the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) to Enhanced Activation status. The activation comes as scattered, slow-moving thunderstorms and the remnants of Tropical Storm Debby pose multiple threats to our area.
Today through Tonight
Meteorologists predict scattered slow-moving thunderstorms, which could result in isolated to scattered instances of flash flooding.
Thursday Morning through Thursday Afternoon
Bands of showers and thunderstorms will continue, increasing the risk of scattered flash flooding.
Thursday Evening through Friday Night
The remnants of Tropical Storm Debby are expected to pass through, bringing significant threats, including:
- Heavy Rain and Flooding: Heavy rainfall may lead to flash flooding.
- Tornadoes: There is a potential for tornadoes to form.
- Gusty Winds: Winds could gust between 30 to 50 mph.
- River Flooding: Rivers are at risk of flooding due to the heavy rain.
According to the Weather Prediction Center, the main surge of remnants from Debby will move through the area, with the heaviest rain near and west of the Catoctin Mountains. Scattered instances of flooding are possible, and localized higher amounts could result in significant flash flooding.
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