Alert Day: Severe Thunderstorms and Slight Chance for Tornado

Meteorologist Alena Lee warns of strong to severe thunderstorms in the afternoon

Mar. 11, 2026 at 4:15pm

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Meteorologist Alena Lee says it is an Alert Day for Wednesday as there will be a chance of strong to severe thunderstorms in the afternoon, with the potential for damaging wind, large hail, and even a possible tornado. The showers will continue overnight and into Thursday, with an Impact Day expected as widespread rain and falling temperatures are forecast.

Why it matters

Severe weather events can cause significant disruptions and safety concerns for residents, including potential power outages, downed trees, and dangerous driving conditions. The weather team is proactively alerting the community to prepare for the possibility of extreme weather.

The details

The day will start out warm and sunny, with temperatures reaching the upper 70s. However, a cold front will move in during the afternoon, bringing the chance of strong thunderstorms. These storms could include damaging wind, large hail, and even a possible tornado. The showers will continue overnight and into Thursday, with the cold front moving through central Maryland on Thursday morning, bringing widespread rain and temperatures falling from the 60s into the 40s by the afternoon.

  • Wednesday afternoon: Chance of strong to severe thunderstorms
  • Wednesday overnight: Showers continue
  • Thursday morning: Cold front moves through central Maryland
  • Thursday afternoon: Widespread rain and falling temperatures

The players

Alena Lee

A meteorologist who is warning of the severe weather threat on Wednesday.

Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE)

The local utility company that provides power to the region and asks customers to report any outages.

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What they’re saying

“Meteorologist Alena Lee says it is an Alert Day for Wednesday as there will be a chance of strong to severe thunderstorms in the afternoon.”

— Alena Lee, Meteorologist (98online.com)

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