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GAITHERSBURG, MD - JUNE 6: Workers remove a tree limb that fell
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Four tornadoes touched down across Maryland as powerful storms swept through the state Tuesday, including two confirmed tornadoes in Anne Arundel County, according to the National Weather Service.

An EF-1 tornado touched down in the Lake Shore area near Patapsco Road, producing estimated maximum wind speeds of 100 mph. The tornado remained on the ground for approximately two minutes and traveled about three-quarters of a mile.

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A second tornado was confirmed along Lake Drive in the Arnold and Cape St. Claire area. The National Weather Service said additional assessments were underway, with the tornado’s official strength expected to be determined Thursday.

Storm survey teams reported significant converging tree damage in the area. The powerful winds also reportedly blew in the garage door of a nearby home.

Two additional tornadoes were confirmed near Trappe in Talbot County, bringing the total number of tornadoes associated with Tuesday’s severe weather outbreak to four.

The storms caused widespread damage across portions of Maryland, including downed trees, damaged homes and power outages.

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