Station Name: BIG HUNTING CREEK NEAR THURMONT, MD
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov

Elevation Above Sea Level: 978 feet

Nearest Address:
14038 Catoctin Hollow Rd
Thurmont, MD 21788
Frederick County

GPS Coordinates: 39.6300833, -77.45527778

Nearby Water Temperatures

Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 3:33AM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC

Effective: Thu April 16, 2026, 7:33 AM
Expires: Fri April 17, 2026, 12:00 AM

The combination of 10 hour fuel moistures around 9 percent, relative humidities around 25 percent, and wind gusts of 20 to 25 mph will lead to an increased risk for the rapid spread of wildfires this afternoon. Residents and visitors are urged to properly dispose of cigarette butts, matches, and any other flammable items in appropriate containers. Additionally, exercise caution if operating any equipment that could create sparks and keep vehicles off of dry grass. Most dry grasses, dead leaves, and other tree litter could easily ignite and spread fire quickly. Lastly, remember to obey local burn bans. For more information about wildfire danger, burn restrictions, and wildfire prevention and education, please visit your state forestry or environmental protection website. For West Virginia, visit www.wvforestry.com For Maryland, visit dnr.maryland.gov For Virginia, visit dof.virginia.gov

Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 4:42AM EDT by NWS State College PA

Effective: Thu April 16, 2026, 8:42 AM
Expires: Fri April 17, 2026, 12:00 AM

A combination of dry and breezy conditions this afternoon and evening will create an elevated risk of wildfire spread, especially for south central Pennsylvania. Minimum relative humidity values will range from 20 to 35 percent accompanied by wind gusts between 20 and 25 mph. Residents are urged to exercise caution if handling any potential ignition sources, such as machinery, cigarettes, or matches. If dry grasses and tree litter begin to burn, the fire will have the potential to spread rapidly. For more information about wildfire danger and wildfire prevention and education, please visit the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources website at http://dcnr.pa.gov/Communities/Wildfire.

Red Flag Warning issued April 16 at 9:43AM EDT until April 16 at 7:00PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC

Effective: Thu April 16, 2026, 1:43 PM
Expires: Thu April 16, 2026, 11:00 PM

The National Weather Service in Baltimore MD/Washington has issued a Red Flag Warning for the combination of hot, dry, and windy conditions, which is in effect until 7 PM EDT this evening. * TIMING...Until 7 PM EDT this evening. * WINDS...Southwest 10 to 15 mph with frequent gusts up to 25 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 20 percent. * IMPACTS...Any fire that develops will catch and spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended. * FUEL MOISTURE...7 to 8 percent.

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can contribute to extreme fire behavior.

This is only a test for monitoring of vital dissemination systems.

Effective: Fri April 17, 2026, 12:29 AM
Expires: Fri April 17, 2026, 12:39 AM

Monitoring message only. Please disregard.

Monitoring message only. Please disregard.