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Tornado Touches Down in Carroll County, Leaves Mild Damage Behind

Carroll County, Maryland, New Windsor, USAThursday, March 19, 2026

A powerful wind storm swept through western Carroll County on Monday, spawning a small tornado that made headlines for its size and speed.

Tornado Specs
Width: ~150 yards
Wind Speed: up to 80 mph
Rating: EF‑0 (lowest on the Enhanced Fujita Scale)
Path
The twister traveled roughly 1.6 miles, starting at S Clear Ridge Road and ending just past Winters Church Road in the New Windsor area. It struck just after noon, cutting through a patch of open land.

Damage
A large outbuilding’s roof fell off completely.
An agricultural sprinkler was knocked over and tossed north.
Several trees were blown down along the path.
Impact
Fortunately, no injuries or fatalities occurred. The storm caused some power outages and a few fallen trees, but the community recovered quickly.
Location Context
Carroll County lies about 66 miles from Washington, D.C. and 43 miles from Baltimore, placing it within the larger DMV region that occasionally experiences severe weather.