Wind & roof risk snapshot · Elkridge, MD

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Current risk outlook

Wind, roof, and storm stress risk for Elkridge, MD.

Live sources checked just now. Refreshes every 5–40 minutes.

This view focuses on wind-driven roof stress, loose tiles, and how strong gusts typically impact trees and structures here.

Live risk outlook

ELEVATED

Elevated

Next 6–24 hours: Today: Elevated (61/100) · Rain 81% · Max wind 10 to 18 mph.

No active local alerts at this moment.

Sources: NOAA, NWS, SPC, NHC, FEMA, USGS.

Local decision support

Next 24–72 hours: risk-to-action packet

Live inputs checked just now

Baseline

21/100

Low long-term exposure

Live signal

Elevated

Current source-derived signal

Official alerts

0

active local alerts

Practical, non-emergency steps

  1. STEP 1

    Secure exterior items

    Bring in or secure loose outdoor items and note any visible roof, siding, fence, or tree concerns.

  2. STEP 2

    Capture the current condition

    Photograph the exterior before a forecast event so later inspections start with a clear reference point.

  3. STEP 3

    Schedule non-emergency work thoughtfully

    Use a qualified professional for repairs after conditions permit; active alerts and local officials take priority over this checklist.

This packet supports preparation conversations. It is not an emergency alert, evacuation instruction, insurance quote, property inspection, or medical guidance. Follow official local instructions for time-sensitive decisions.

Historical risk score

Long-term baseline derived from historical hazard activity.

21

/ 100

Wind & roof risk score21/100

For typical homes located in Elkridge, MD.

Baseline context

Wind exposure derived from ingested design wind / climatology tiles.

Local historical hazard map

Elkridge, MD

Historical baseline tiles

Click a tile to update scores. These layers show long-term historical baseline risk, not live warnings or short-term forecast risk.

Live wind alerts & official forecast (NWS)

Forecast office: LWX · radar KLWX

Wind intelligence snapshot

Peak gust forecast (NWS)

Next 24h max gust: 31 mph

Peak time: 2026-09-27T17:00:00+00:00/PT3H

Sustained wind: 20 mph

Source: NWS forecast grid.

Nearest weather station gusts

Baltimore, Baltimore-Washington International Airport (KBWI)

Distance from Elkridge: 3 mi

Sustained: 33 mph

Observed: local time

Source: NWS station observations.

Wind alerts (NWS)

No wind-related alerts right now.

Source: National Weather Service.

SPC severe outlook

Day 1: None

Day 2: None

Day 3: None

Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center.

24h gust timeline

Peak gust buckets

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5-day wind & storm outlook

Today

ELEVATED

Rain chance: 81%

Max wind: 10 to 18 mph

Risk score: 61/100

Tomorrow

LOW

Rain chance: 3%

Max wind: 7 to 13 mph

Risk score: 10/100

Tue

LOW

Rain chance: 0%

Max wind: 5 to 9 mph

Risk score: 10/100

Wed

LOW

Rain chance: 0%

Max wind: 0 to 6 mph

Risk score: 10/100

Thu

LOW

Rain chance: 3%

Max wind: 1 to 6 mph

Risk score: 10/100

Historical wind exposure

Local wind data facts

Peak gust (next 24h)31 mph
Peak sustained wind (next 24h)20 mph
Nearest wind station33 mph sustained · 3 mi

Data from NWS observations, forecast grids, and SPC outlooks.

Historical wind exposure in Elkridge

  • Peak gusts drive most roof and tree damage during severe storms.
  • Newer construction tends to perform better under modern wind codes.
  • Debris, weak garage doors, and roof edges are common failure points.

Wind & storm risk FAQs for Elkridge

What does the wind / roof score mean for Elkridge?

It reflects relative wind exposure for the city grid and how likely damaging gusts are compared to other areas.

What parts of a home fail first in wind?

Roof edges, garage doors, and weak connections can fail first. Debris impacts can also drive losses.