1:32 PM
— 11:00 PM
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions each afternoon with heat index
values between 110 to 113 expected.
* WHERE...Portions of DC, central, north central, northeast,
northern, and southern Maryland, and central, northern, and
northwest Virginia.
* WHEN...For the first Extreme Heat Warning, until 8 PM EDT this
evening. For the second Extreme Heat Warning, from 10 AM to 8 PM
EDT Friday. For the third Extreme Heat Warning, from 10 AM to 8 PM
EDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat and high humidity events.
1:32 PM
— 11:00 PM
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions each afternoon with heat index
values between 110 to 113 expected.
* WHERE...Portions of DC, central, north central, northeast,
northern, and southern Maryland, and central, northern, and
northwest Virginia.
* WHEN...For the first Extreme Heat Warning, until 8 PM EDT this
evening. For the second Extreme Heat Warning, from 10 AM to 8 PM
EDT Friday. For the third Extreme Heat Warning, from 10 AM to 8 PM
EDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat and high humidity events.
1:32 PM
— 11:00 PM
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions each afternoon with heat index
values between 110 to 113 expected.
* WHERE...Portions of DC, central, north central, northeast,
northern, and southern Maryland, and central, northern, and
northwest Virginia.
* WHEN...For the first Extreme Heat Warning, until 8 PM EDT this
evening. For the second Extreme Heat Warning, from 10 AM to 8 PM
EDT Friday. For the third Extreme Heat Warning, from 10 AM to 8 PM
EDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat and high humidity events.
12:36 PM
— July 3rd, 7:15 AM
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 104.
* WHERE...Adams, Dauphin, Lancaster, Lebanon, and York Counties.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat and high humidity events.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The heat and humidity are now expected to
continue to make dangerous conditions all the way through Saturday
evening.
8:16 AM
— 4:00 PM
* WHAT...South winds 10 to 15 kt with gusts up to 20 kt expected.
* WHERE...Chesapeake Bay and adjoining estuaries north of Smith
Point VA, and Tidal Potomac from Cobb Island MD to Smith Point
VA.
* WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 2 AM EDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
July 1st, 4:40 PM
— July 3rd, 12:00 AM
The Maryland Department of the Environment has issued a Code
ORANGE Air Quality Alert Thursday for
the Maryland suburban DC region.
A Code Orange Air Quality Alert means that air pollution
concentrations within the region may become unhealthy for
sensitive groups. Sensitive groups include children, people
suffering from asthma, heart disease or other lung diseases and
the elderly. The effects of air pollution can be minimized by
avoiding strenuous activity or exercise outdoors.
For more information on ground-level ozone
and fine particles visit the web site
mde.maryland.gov/programs/air/AirQualityMonitoring/Pages/index.aspx
Hampton National Historic Site
Hampton National Historic Site will open at noon today, February 6, 2025, due to potentially hazardous sleet/ice conditions. Please check the park's social media page for updates.
Hampton National Historic Site
Mansion ADA Lift is currently not functional awaiting a replacement, physical accessibility to the mansion will be limited to those with the ability to climb 3-4 steps into the first floor. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Hampton National Historic Site
Traffic in the Baltimore area has increased considerably in recent months due to the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge which connected the Baltimore beltway. Please check the latest traffic conditions to plan your travel accordingly.
Hampton National Historic Site
Hampton National Historic Site will be closed on Monday, January 6, 2025 due to inclement weather. Please check the park website or social media for updates on when the park will reopen.
Hampton National Historic Site
We cannot mail out at this time. This includes but is not limited to JR badges, books, brochures, and park stamps. Our apologies for any inconvenience
Hampton National Historic Site
The Ridgley Family Cemetery is currently closed due to headstone damage caused by recent storms. To prevent further damage and any possible risks to visitors, the cemetery will remain closed until the monument can be stabilized.
Hampton National Historic Site
Due to power outages related to building maintenance, the Overseer's House (Farmhouse) and the restrooms inside the dovecote are currently closed. The Quarters of the Enslaved, dairy and grounds are open. The mansion side of the park is unaffected.
Hampton National Historic Site
Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 110 expected. Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. More information available under Hazardous Weather Conditions on our Alerts page.