Why you shouldn't shower during a thunderstorm
It turns out that standing outdoors isn't the only way to get electrocuted during a thunderstorm.
It turns out that standing outdoors isn't the only way to get electrocuted during a thunderstorm.
The victims were near a statue of Andrew Jackson, Maggiolo said, adding that "it appeared they were in the vicinity of a tree."
A lightning strike damaged the monument's electronic access system.
The Washington Monument is closed after lightning struck the tip Sunday, damaging an electrical system.
A fire broke out in a Montgomery County home from what fire officials say could have been caused by a lightning strike.
Fire officials say a fire at an Annapolis apartment complex along Spa Road was caused by a lightning strike.
Twelve families were displaced after a lightning strike started a fire at an Essex apartment complex Thursday morning.
Frederick County Fire units are on the scene investigating.
When firefighters arrived at 3026 Pike Drive they found smoke coming from the roof.
Federal aviation officials say a Southwest Airlines passenger flight from Baltimore was struck by lightning during its journey to San Juan, Puerto Rico.
Officials are warning people about the dangers of being caught outdoors when thunder roars.
A Woodlawn home caught on fire after lightning struck it Thursday afternoon.
Two kids and an adult are recovering after lightning struck at Patterson Park in South Baltimore over the weekend.
Harford County officials responded to numerous incidents Friday due to severe weather in the area.
Severe weather made its way through parts of Maryland on Thursday.
A family of ospreys displaced from their nest by a fire sparked by a lightning strike will move into their new home Thursday.
A firefighter is injured fighting an early morning house fire in Howard County. It started when a storm moved through the area around 5 a.m. Tuesday.
A Baltimore County church held a re-dedication ceremony Sunday after it was damaged last summer by lightning.
Lightning strikes an Anne Arundel County apartment complex, causing a massive blaze. It sparked Tuesday during the thunderstorms that rolled through.
FAA inspectors are trying to figure out exactly where and how a lightning bolt struck near BWI's control tower, crippling traffic at one of the nation's busiest airports for more than two hours.
A lightning bolt strikes the air traffic control tower at BWI--injuring an employee and grounding planes for hours.
Two young men are fighting to survive in the hospital after they were apparently struck by lightning. It happened at a small beach in Anne Arundel County's Bay Ridge community.
Follow live updates of Donald Trump's New York criminal trial, where former National Enquirer boss David Pecker is testifying for the third day.
Ships stuck in the Port of Baltimore since the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge last month are finally departing Thursday.
Rapper Busta Rhymes and funk rockers Morris Day and The Time are headlining the 47th annual AFRAM this year in Baltimore.
Pikesville High School's principal Eric Eiswert was implicated in an audio recording making rounds on social media containing racist and antisemitic comments, but police say the voice was AI-generated.
The Supreme Court convenes Thursday to consider whether former President Donald Trump is entitled to broad immunity from criminal charges in the 2020 election case.
Ships stuck in the Port of Baltimore since the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge last month are finally departing Thursday.
Follow live updates of Donald Trump's New York criminal trial, where former National Enquirer boss David Pecker is testifying for the third day.
Pikesville High School's principal Eric Eiswert was implicated in an audio recording making rounds on social media containing racist and antisemitic comments, but police say the voice was AI-generated.
On Wednesday in Baltimore City, people gathered at Johns Hopkins University to stand in solidary with Gaza and students at other college campuses to call for disinvestment from Israel.
Expect a chilly breeze with temperatures falling into the 40s tonight. Thursday's highs stay in the 50s to near 60.
Ships stuck in the Port of Baltimore since the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge last month are finally departing Thursday.
Rapper Busta Rhymes and funk rockers Morris Day and The Time are headlining the 47th annual AFRAM this year in Baltimore.
Pikesville High School's principal Eric Eiswert was implicated in an audio recording making rounds on social media containing racist and antisemitic comments, but police say the voice was AI-generated.
With foreign imports and the company's need for more money to get going, their plan to bring back manufacturing in Sparrows Point remains stalled.
The new charge accuses Clendaniel of illegally possessing a 12-gauge shotgun despite her spending more than a year in prison.
UMD is celebrating Maryland Day with a slew of events
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Jim Henson was born and raised in Mississippi but moved with his family to Maryland when he was 10 years old. He went to the University of Maryland where he met his wife and partner, Jane, in a puppetry class.
The conference delivers opportunities for aspiring enterprisers to connect with seasoned entrepreneurs, interact with exhibitors, and attend education sessions.
Flowers by Chris joins WJZ to talk about business and tips on planting and gardening this spring
The three-day NFL Draft starts on Thursday, and several local draft hopefuls could have their lifelong dreams come true.
The Baltimore Ravens will attempt to bolster their roster this week with new rookies from the NFL Draft.
The Baltimore Ravens will look to add to their already talented roster through this week's NFL Draft.
Henderson homered, doubled, singled and was hit by a pitch while scoring three runs.
Bateman, drafted 27th overall, became the first first-round wide receiver to sign a second contract with the Ravens.
Follow live updates of Donald Trump's New York criminal trial, where former National Enquirer boss David Pecker is testifying for the third day.
The Supreme Court convenes Thursday to consider whether former President Donald Trump is entitled to broad immunity from criminal charges in the 2020 election case.
Jurors in former President Donald Trump's trial in New York heard testimony from a former media executive about his efforts to bury negative stories about Trump before the 2016 presidential election.
Jurors in former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York got their first glimpse of the arguments both sides plan to make.
The Supreme Court will hear arguments Monday on whether bans on public camping constitute "cruel and unusual punishment" barred by the Eighth Amendment.
When it comes to vintage style, art and innovation—Baltimore is home to it all.
The University of Maryland Medical Center was granted the American Nurses Credentialing Center's (ANCC) Magnet for the fourth time in a row.
Magali Uroza comes from a Mexican immigrant family and remembers the challenges of learning English while growing up in Baltimore.
It is the cherry trees' second-earliest peak bloom on record and follows one of Washington's warmest recorded winters. In 1990, the trees blossomed on March 15.
Georgia rapper Offset surprised students at Dunbar High School on Tuesday for their stellar academic performance and attendance according to the Baltimore Police Department.
The Maryland Food Bank is on pace to distribute more than 52 million pounds of food, which is a 20 percent jump in comparison to pre-COVID times.
It has long been a popular resource in the community, easily accessible to many college students and neighbors.
Has mom and dad's bank been open too long at your house?
According to a report from the National Institute on Retirement Security, 40% of Gen Xers have zero dollars saved for retirement.
According to Bankrate, Baltimore is one of the top 10 most affordable cities for buying used cars.
Primanti Bros. on Tuesday announced plans to expand to the Baltimore region this spring.
CVS is closing dozens of pharmacies inside Target stores in 2024 as the store and other retail pharmacy chains face increasing difficulties.
The wildly popular chicken finger joint opened its doors Tuesday at the Snowden River Shopping Center.
The council passed the "Bring Your Own Bag Act" with a bipartisan vote in February.
Baltimore is one of 31 designees announced Monday, picked from nearly 400 applicants.
Regular screenings are critical to identifying and treating cancer early. It's also important to be aware of any genetic mutations that already exist in your body.
Health officials are warning consumers not to consume Infinite Herbs basil sold at some Trader Joe's and Dierberg's stores after 12 people were sickened.
Most worrisome gaps involve cancer chemotherapy drugs, ER medications and and therapies for ADHD.
The prepackaged boxes of deli meat, cheese and crackers are not a healthy choice for kids, advocacy group says.
The University of Maryland Medical Center was granted the American Nurses Credentialing Center's (ANCC) Magnet for the fourth time in a row.
Rapper Busta Rhymes and funk rockers Morris Day and The Time are headlining the 47th annual AFRAM this year in Baltimore.
The significance of the song was amplified by praise from music legend Paul McCartney, who called the recording "magnificent" and appreciated its reinforcement of the civil rights message he intended when writing "Blackbird."
Charli XCX and Troye Sivan are stopping in Baltimore this fall on a joint tour.
In the 1,000th episode, titled "A Thousand Yards," NCIS comes under attack by a mysterious enemy from the past.
A Billy Joel special on CBS and Paramount+ will air again after it was cut off in the middle of the singer's performance of "Piano Man."
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Temperatures will struggle to get to 60° today with summer like heat on the way.
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Today we are live with local meteorite expert Mike Hankey, who is showing us his Meteorite collection and talking to us about how he can track down meteorites.
UMD is celebrating Maryland Day with a slew of events
With Hampden's HonFest permanently wrapped, small business owners are planning a one-day festival called Hampden Highlights for June
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Mike Hankey of Monkton is a software developer, entrepreneur, amateur astronomer, astrophotographer, meteor observer and meteorite hunter.