Maryland Tornadoes
Maryland averages 10 tornadoes per year. History includes 2002 La Plata F4, 1926 Rising Sun F4, and multiple hurricane-spawned events.
Maryland Tornado Statistics
- Average tornadoes per year: ~10
- Peak season: April-September
- Deadliest event: 2002 La Plata F4 (3 killed)
Notable Maryland Tornado Events
April 28, 2002 La Plata F4
Devastating F4 struck La Plata, Maryland. 3 killed. Extensive damage. One of the most significant Mid-Atlantic tornado events in recent decades.
May 30, 1926 Rising Sun F4
Historical F4 struck northern Maryland. Multiple deaths.
Various Hurricane Events
Multiple hurricane-spawned tornado events across Maryland.
Why Maryland?
Mid-Atlantic Position
Maryland sits in Mid-Atlantic transition zone. Multiple weather patterns can produce tornadoes.
Hurricane Exposure
Chesapeake Bay and coastal areas expose Maryland to hurricane events.
Piedmont Weather
Central Maryland Piedmont region has moderate tornado risk.
Living in Maryland
- Tornado risk moderate for Northeast
- NOAA weather radio recommended
- Family plan combining hurricane and tornado response
- Basement or interior room shelter
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