Emergency Weather Centers Open Across Prince George's Due To Severe Storms

All parks and recreation facilities closed as tornado warning issued for the area.

Mar. 16, 2026 at 8:19pm

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Three emergency weather centers will be open Monday until 8 p.m. in Prince George's County, Maryland as severe storms and a potential tornado move through the region. The county animal shelter also closed Monday due to the severe weather conditions.

Why it matters

Severe storms can pose a serious threat to public safety, and the opening of emergency weather centers allows residents to seek immediate shelter and access important information and resources during dangerous weather events.

The details

The emergency weather centers are located at the Laurel-Beltsville Senior Activity Center, Prince George's Sports and Learning Complex, and Temple Hills Community Center. All parks and recreation facilities in the county have been closed, and programs and activities have been canceled for the afternoon and evening. The Prince George's County Animal Services and Adoption Facility has also shut down all non-essential operations and is closed to the public.

  • Emergency weather centers will be open until 8 p.m. on Monday, March 16, 2026.
  • All parks and recreation facilities closed at 1 p.m. on Monday, March 16, 2026.

The players

Prince George's County

The local government of Prince George's County, Maryland, which is taking measures to protect residents during the severe weather event.

David Fisher

The chief administrator of the Prince George's County Animal Services and Adoption Facility, which has closed due to the severe weather conditions.

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What they’re saying

“Residents are strongly encouraged to seek shelter immediately when severe weather warnings are issued, remain indoors and avoid travel during periods of heavy rain, high winds or possible tornado activity. Individuals should also avoid driving through flooded roadways and remain alert to rapidly changing weather conditions.”

— Prince George's County officials (Patch.com)

“We are committed to the well-being of our staff, the animals in our care, and the community. We will continue to monitor the situation and update the public as conditions evolve.”

— David Fisher, Chief administrator of animal services division (Patch.com)

What’s next

The emergency weather centers will remain open until 8 p.m. on Monday as the severe storms continue to impact the region. Residents are advised to continue monitoring weather conditions and follow instructions from local authorities.

The takeaway

The opening of emergency weather centers and the closure of parks, recreation facilities, and the animal shelter demonstrate the seriousness of the severe weather threat in Prince George's County. Residents should heed all warnings and take necessary precautions to stay safe during this dangerous storm system.