A STORM has caused major damage in parts of Maryland, including a home reportedly split in two and a significant power outage during a thunderstorm warning.
The city of College Park has issued a statement on Twitter, sharing that there is “major damage.”
“There are power outages throughout the area; many major trees are down and blocking roads,” the tweet reads.
“Stay away from the area. Report any suspected gas leaks to 9-1-1. Report any downed wires to Pepco: 877-737-2662.”
Dozens of trees have reportedly fallen as a result of the storm, according to NBC4 Washington.
College Park, Berwyn Heights, and Greenbelt were among the areas affected.
ABC7 reporter Tom Roussey shared video of a home in College Park that appeared to be split in half as a result of the storm.
Roussey shared on Twitter that two University of Maryland students who lived in the home said their roommate was in the home when the storm hit and had to be taken to the hospital.
A brightly colored orange sky could be seen after the storm rolled through the area, but more thunder and lightning were also on the way.
The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for parts of Maryland, including Waldorf, La Plata, and Golden Beach, until 9.15pm.
Winds of up to 60 miles per hour and quarter-sized hail are possible.
Washington DC was also affected by the wild weather, with reports of downed trees.
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