Severe Weather Prompts Ground Stop, Delay At MD Airport

ODENTON, MD — Severe weather moving through the region on Wednesday prompted a ground stop and delays at BWI Marshall Airport.

The Federal Aviation Administration issued a ground stop at BWI Marshall Airport shortly after 4 p.m. due to thunderstorms moving into the region.

The stop remains in effect until 9 p.m., with a chance for an extension.

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Much of the state was under a severe thunderstorm watch until 8 p.m.

Similar orders were issued to the two other major airports in the D.C. area. Ground stops were issued for Dulles International and Reagan National airports until 6:15 p.m. and 6 p.m., respectively.

Ahead of the incoming band of storms, forecasters warned that much of the state would see heavy downpours and strong wind gusts. Large hail was also anticipated.

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The storms moved into the area on a cold front, breaking a three-day heat wave that caused temperatures to soar into the mid-90s.

Rainy conditions are expected to stick around through Memorial Day weekend.