Maryland
Flooding in western Maryland, Virginia and Pennsylvania leaves boy missing, schools and homes swamped
Flash floods sparked by heavy rain hit parts of Virginia, western Maryland and Pennsylvania on Tuesday, leaving a 12-year-old boy missing in Virginia and forcing elementary schools in rural Maryland to evacuate, authorities said.
Severe flooding has left parts of Meyersdale Borough in Somerset County underwater after heavy rains pounded the area on Tuesday.
In a message posted Tuesday night on social media, the Albemarle County Fire Rescue service in Virginia said county police had received a call late in the afternoon about a boy being swept away by a flood-swollen creek. The fire department said search efforts had to be put on hold after about three hours, “due to limited visibility in the overnight hours and the safety of all those involved.”
The fire and rescue service said the search would resume on Wednesday, and it warned residents not to “self-deploy” in attempt to find the missing child as conditions remained dangerous.
Another elementary school in the region was also evacuated, and students at a middle school were told to shelter in place for a while on Tuesday, according to the Allegany County Department of Emergency Services.
Homes flooded in southern Pennsylvania
Residents in low-lying areas of Meyersdale, near the Maryland border in Pennsylvania’s Somerset County, were ordered to evacuate Tuesday as the Casselman River rose precipitously.
“We are seeing flooding in the majority of the houses in town,” Meyersdale Mayor Shane Smith said, according to KDKA, CBS Pittsburgh. “Some even as high as the first floor. Roads throughout the area are being destroyed by the fast-moving water… This is some of the most severe flooding we’ve ever seen.”
Smith declared a state of emergency for Meyersdale. He said there were no reported injuries, and that both federal and state emergency management personnel were expected in the town on Wednesday to help coordinate the response.
There were also reports of flood and storm related road closures and some damage in Bedford and Campbell Counties in Virginia, and a hospital being partially flooded in eastern Tennessee, near the Virginia state line. Authorities said two women had to be rescued from an inundated vehicle on a washed out road in Bedford
Rural western Maryland schools forced to evacuate
About 100 miles north, in the far western corner of Maryland, the North Branch Potomac River and some tributaries burst their banks on Tuesday, forcing the evacuation of schools and businesses.
According to KDKA, about 150 students and 50 adults had to be evacuated from the Westernport Elementary School. The floodwaters rose so quickly and entered the building that brothers William and Quinton Wade were left trapped inside with dozens of others.
“Whenever we were going down to get in the boat, the first floor was flooded,” Quinton, a second-grader at the school, told KDKA.
“The first floor had been flooded all the way to the ceiling,” added William, who is in fourth grade.
“I didn’t get any call from the school. I didn’t know any plan. I didn’t know anything. So, my instinct was, get my kids,” the boys’ mother Alley Wade told KDKA. She said she rushed from her job to the school, but found the water too high for her to do anything, so she waited while the rescuers in boats saved her kids and dozens of others.
Alley Wade said she had never seen such severe flooding in their town.
“I have never. Now, I believe there was a bad flood in 1996, but I was 4,” she said.
While the Wades’ home was unscathed, some homes and businesses in Westernport were inundated Tuesday after hours of heavy rain.
In a statement released in the early Wednesday morning hours, Maryland Governor Wes Moore urged people in the affected region to “remain vigilant, heed warnings from local officials, and prioritize safety during this time,” adding: “If you don’t have to go out, please do not go out. Stay off the roads if possible and heed any evacuation orders.”
According to the governor’s office, parts of Allegany County had already seen at least 4.65 inches of rain in 24 hours, and more rain was expected into Wednesday morning.
The statement said the North Branch Potomac River in Cumberland was expected to peak at 22.6 feet Tuesday night into Wednesday morning, “which would mark the highest river crest since 1996.”
“We remain in close contact with local officials and continue to coordinate resources as the rain continues to fall,” Moore said in the statement.
The flooding comes on the heels of a new study by the climate science group World Weather Attribution, published this week, that found deadly storms that tore through eight U.S. states in the Midwest and South in the first week of April, killing at least 24 people, were made significantly worse by human-caused climate change.
The group said its analysis showed that human-caused global warming made the record-breaking downpours about 9% heavier than they would otherwise have been.
Powerball, Mega Millions jackpots: What to know in case you win
Here’s what to know in case you win the Powerball or Mega Millions jackpot.
Just the FAQs, USA TODAY
The Maryland Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big.
Here’s a look at June 28, 2026, results for each game:
Winning Pick 3 numbers from June 28 drawing
Midday: 8-3-7
Evening: 3-3-2
Check Pick 3 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Pick 4 numbers from June 28 drawing
Midday: 9-4-0-3
Evening: 3-2-7-9
Check Pick 4 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Pick 5 numbers from June 28 drawing
Midday: 0-4-7-2-6
Evening: 4-6-8-0-4
Check Pick 5 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash Pop numbers from June 28 drawing
9 a.m.: 11
1 p.m.: 06
6 p.m.: 08
11 p.m.: 03
Check Cash Pop payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Bonus Match 5 numbers from June 28 drawing
04-05-10-11-17, Bonus: 20
Check Bonus Match 5 payouts and previous drawings here.
Keno
Drawings are held every four minutes. Check winning numbers here.
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Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize
Maryland Lottery retailers will redeem prizes up to $600. For prizes above $600, winners can claim by mail or in person from the Maryland Lottery office, an Expanded Cashing Authority Program location or cashiers’ windows at Maryland casinos. Prizes over $5,000 must be claimed in person.
Claiming by Mail
Sign your winning ticket and complete a claim form. Include a photocopy of a valid government-issued ID and a copy of a document that shows proof of your Social Security number or Federal Tax ID number. Mail these to:
Maryland Lottery Customer Resource Center
1800 Washington Boulevard
Suite 330
Baltimore, MD 21230
For prizes over $600, bring your signed ticket, a government-issued photo ID, and proof of your Social Security or Federal Tax ID number to Maryland Lottery headquarters, 1800 Washington Boulevard, Baltimore, MD. Claims are by appointment only, Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This location handles all prize amounts, including prizes over $5,000.
Winning Tickets Worth $25,000 or Less
Maryland Lottery headquarters and select Maryland casinos can redeem winning tickets valued up to $25,000. Note that casinos cannot cash prizes over $600 for non-resident and resident aliens (tax ID beginning with “9”). You must be at least 21 years of age to enter a Maryland casino. Locations include:
- Horseshoe Casino: 1525 Russell Street, Baltimore, MD
- MGM National Harbor: 101 MGM National Avenue, Oxon Hill, MD
- Live! Casino: 7002 Arundel Mills Circle, Hanover, MD
- Ocean Downs Casino: 10218 Racetrack Road, Berlin, MD
- Hollywood Casino: 1201 Chesapeake Overlook Parkway, Perryville, MD
- Rocky Gap Casino: 16701 Lakeview Road NE, Flintstone, MD
Check previous winning numbers and payouts at Maryland Lottery.
When are the Maryland Lottery drawings held?
- Powerball: 11 p.m. ET Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
- Mega Millions: 11 p.m. ET Tuesday and Friday.
- Pick 3, Pick 4 and Pick 5 Midday: 12:27 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, 12:28 p.m. ET Saturday and Sunday.
- Pick 3, 4 and 5 Evening: 7:56 p.m. ET Monday through Saturday, 8:10 p.m. ET on Sunday.
- Cash4Life: 9 p.m. ET daily.
- Cash Pop: 9 a.m., 1 p.m., 6 p.m. and 11 p.m. daily.
- Bonus Match 5: 7:56 p.m. ET Monday through Saturday, 8:10 p.m. ET on Sunday.
- MultiMatch: 7:56 p.m. Monday and Thursday.
- Powerball Double Play: 11 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a Maryland editor. You can send feedback using this form.
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MARYLAND (WBFF) — Marylanders won’t have to wait until July 4 to celebrate Independence Day.
Communities across the state are hosting fireworks displays, festivals, concerts and family-friendly events leading up to the Fourth of July, with many continuing through the holiday weekend as the nation marks America’s 250th anniversary.
Here’s a look at some of the celebrations happening around Maryland.
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Baltimore Metro: Sunday, June 28
Hereford Independence Day Parade & Fireworks
- Time: Parade at 6 p.m.; festival at 7:30 p.m.; fireworks at dusk
- Where: Parade begins on Mount Carmel Road, heads north on York Road and ends at Bunker Hill Road. Fireworks at Hereford High School.
- Rain date: June 29
Baltimore Metro: Friday, July 3
Glen Burnie Fireworks
- Time: 9 p.m.
- Where: Saw Mill Park
Baltimore Symphony Orchestra’s Star-Spangled 250
- Time: Evening performance
- Where: Oregon Ridge
- Details: Patriotic concert featuring the “1812 Overture” with a fireworks finale. Tickets required.
Baltimore Metro: Saturday, July 4
92nd annual Dundalk Parade
- Time: Begins at 8:15 a.m.
- Where: The parade starts at the Logan Village Shopping Center.
- Details: It’s the longest continually running parade in Maryland!
Baltimore Inner Harbor Celebration
- Time: Live entertainment from 4-9:30 p.m.; fireworks at 9:30 p.m.
- Where: Waterfront Promenade
- Details: Performances by the Navy Band Commodores, Baltimore Symphony Orchestra and Wordsmith.
Cherry Hill Arts & Music Waterfront Festival
- Time: 1-10 p.m.
- Where: Middle Branch Park
- Details: Free festival featuring live music, children’s activities, art experiences and waterfront views of the city’s fireworks.
Park & Relax at the Baltimore Museum of Industry
- Time: 6-10 p.m.
- Details: Waterfront viewing party with live jazz, face painting and fireworks. Tickets required.
Catonsville Independence Day Celebration
- Time: Parade at 3 p.m.; Family Fun Fest at 6:30 p.m.; fireworks at 9:15 p.m.
- Where: Parade on Frederick Road; fireworks at Catonsville High School.
- Rain date: July 5
Dundalk Fireworks Spectacular
- Time: Festivities begin in the evening; fireworks around 9:15 p.m.
- Where: North Point Government Center
- Details: Live music, carnival rides, food vendors and family activities.
- Rain date: July 5
Fullerton Fireworks Celebration & Music Festival
- Time: Food and music begin at 2 p.m.; fireworks at 9:15 p.m.
- Where: Fullerton Park
- Details: Free admission.
- Rain date: July 11
Middle River Fireworks Extravaganza
- Time: 9 p.m.
- Where: Fireworks launched from the Middle River 6-knot zone.
Towson Fireworks
- Time: Dusk (approximately 9:10-9:30 p.m.)
- Where: Loch Raven Technical Academy
Baltimore Metro: Sunday, July 5
Kingsville Fireworks
- Time: Parking opens at 5:30 p.m.; festivities begin at 6 p.m.; fireworks around 9-9:15 p.m.
- Where: Mount Vista Park
Havre de Grace Celebration
- Time: Parade at 2 p.m.; concert at 7:30 p.m.; fireworks at 9:15 p.m.
- Where: Concord Point Park and Susquehanna River waterfront.
Central Maryland: Wednesday, July 1
Queen Anne’s County Fireworks & Family Fun Celebration
- Time: 6 p.m.
- Where: Chesapeake Heritage & Visitors Center, Kent Narrows
- Details: Kids zone, live music and fireworks.
- Rain date: July 2
Central Maryland: Friday, July 3
Mount Airy Fireworks
- Time: Gates open at 4 p.m.; festivities begin at 5 p.m.; fireworks around 9:30 p.m.
- Where: Mount Airy Fireman’s Carnival Grounds
Taneytown Fireworks
- Time: 6-10 p.m.
- Where: Taneytown Memorial Park
Central Maryland: Saturday, July 4
Frederick’s 4th
- Time: Noon until dusk
- Where: Baker Park
- Details: Entertainment, rides, food vendors and fireworks.
Carroll County Farm Museum
- Time: Gates open at 4 p.m.; fireworks at sundown.
- Where: Westminster
- Details: Live music, food and the county’s largest fireworks display.
Sykesville Let Freedom Ring Parade
- Time: 10 a.m.
- *Where: Historic Main Street
Capital Region: Saturday, July 4
Annapolis Independence Day Celebration
- Time: Parade at 6:30 p.m.; fireworks at 9:15 p.m.
- Where: Downtown Annapolis and Spa Creek
Howard County Celebration
- Time: 5-10 p.m.; fireworks at 9:15 p.m.
- Where: Columbia Lakefront
Rockville Independence Day Celebration
- Time: 7-10 p.m.
- Where: Mattie J.T. Stepanek Park
Upper Montgomery County Fireworks
- Time: Gates open at 4 p.m.
- Where: Poolesville Soccer Fields
Eastern Shore: Friday, July 3
Rock Hall Fireworks Over the Harbor
- Where: Rock Hall Harbor
- Details: Parade, midway games and fireworks.
Berlin Fireworks
- Time: Dusk
- Where: Heron Park
Eastern Shore: Saturday, July 4
Ocean City Fireworks
- Where: Downtown Beach and Northside Park
- Details: Music and fireworks at two locations.
Red, White & BOOM
- *Time: Activities begin at 5 p.m.; fireworks around 9 p.m.
- *Where: Salisbury
Southern Maryland: Friday, July 3
Chesapeake Beach Fireworks
- Time: Dusk
- Where: Waterfront and Fishing Creek Bridge
St. Mary’s Freedom Fest
- Where: St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds
- Details: Free event featuring live entertainment, vendors, kids activities and fireworks.
Southern Maryland: Saturday, July 4
Charles County Fairgrounds Celebration
- Time: 3-10 p.m.
- Where: La Plata
- Details: Live music, food, family activities and fireworks.
More Fourth of July Celebrations (No Fireworks)
- Bel Air Independence Day Parade – July 4 at 6 p.m.
- B&O Railroad Museum’s 250th All-American Bash – July 4 from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
- Cape St. Claire Parade – July 4 at 10 a.m.
- Eastport Parade – July 4 at 9 a.m.
- Galesville July Fourth Parade – July 4 from 1-4 p.m.
- Severna Park Parade – July 4 at 10 a.m.
- West Annapolis Bike Parade – July 4 at 10:30 a.m.
- River Hill Independence Day Parade – July 4 at 9 a.m.
Planning to attend?
Many communities expect large crowds and limited parking. Organizers encourage attendees to arrive early, allow extra travel time and check individual event websites or social media pages for weather updates, parking information and any last-minute schedule changes.
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