MD Nor’easter Kills 1, 2 Missing, Bridge Hazards: Patch PM

Thousands are without power in Maryland as a nor'easter whips the state with a storm that reached the category known as a "bomb cyclone." The strongest gusts reported so far were in Frederick County, where they reached 71 mph Friday morning. Weather officials say conditions will improve after a high wind warning expires at 6 a.m. on Saturday in the region. The remainder of the weekend is expected to be dry, with possible isolated wind damage, according to the National Weather Service.

At least one person has died from the storm, two paddleboarders are missing and a 100-year-old woman was rescued. Here are the need-to-know stories from the Maryland Patch network:

Kingsville Woman Killed By Tree Branch: Official

She went out to get the mail when she was pinned by a falling branch, the EMS captain said.

2 Paddleboarders Missing, 3 Rescued On Severn River In Storm

Shortly before 3:30 p.m., the search was on for the missing boaters.

Firefighters Rescue 100-Year-Old Kensington Woman After Tree Hits Home

A 100-year-old woman was rescued around 2 a.m. and taken to a local hospital, officials reported.

Maryland Nor'easter: Wind Speeds, 30K Lose Power, Bridge Closings

The storm created what is known as a "bomb cyclone," according to the National Weather Service.

Cyberbullying Law Gains Approval In Maryland Senate

"Grace's Law 2.0" would increase penalties for cyberbullying and prohibit telling a minor "go kill yourself" online, among other things.

Traffic Problems

Issues were reported on the Bay Bridge, Hatem Bridge, Tydings Bridge and I-95.

Additionally, there was a light rail closure, power outage at a travel plaza and Amtrak suspension.

Government Closings

Find information from Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Carroll, Cecil, Harford, Howard, Montgomery and Prince George's counties as well as Baltimore City.

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Thank you for reading!

Important Maryland Utility Numbers:

• Baltimore Gas and Electric (BG&E): 1-877-778-2222 or 1-800-685-0123
• Delmarva Power: 1-800-898-8042.
• First Energy/Potomac Edison: 1-888-544-4877
• PEPCO: 1-877-737-2662
• SMECO: 1-877-747-6326 or 1-888-440-3311
• Washington Gas: 1-800-752-7520
• Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission: 1-800-828-4002

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Photo of paddleboard rescues from Maryland Natural Resources Police.