[4] The storm caused significant damage to the historic downtown area of Ellicott City, Maryland.

[5] On the evening of July 30, a severe thunderstorm moved into the area of Ellicott City where it dumped an estimated 6 inches (15 cm) of rain in two hours.

The flash flood that resulted inflicted severe damage to the area primarily on Main Street (Maryland Route 144).

[6] Maryland Governor Larry Hogan declared a state of emergency and at least two people were confirmed to have died (Jessica Watsula, 35, and Joseph A. Blevins, 38).

[1][3][7] Main Street remained closed for more than two months as businesses and residents cleaned up from the floods and began repairing damaged buildings and sidewalks.