The National Weather Service issued tornado and flash flood warnings Friday night for parts of Anne Arundel, Howard, Montgomery and Prince George’s and Charles counties as severe storms pounded the region.

Tornado watches also were issued for Baltimore City, along with Baltimore and Harford counties until midnight.

NWS said tornadoes, damaging wind gusts and large hail are possible in areas in the storm’s path, which include Anne Arundel County, the Baltimore Harbor, southern Baltimore County and central and southeast Harford County.

The weather service warned residents to take precautions as a tornado and quarter-size hail are possible near areas such as Bowie, College Park, Columbia and Fort Meade.

This comes just two weeks after an EF-1 tornado with winds up to 110 mph hit the area. Friday’s tornado warnings were issued as a large portion of Maryland — including Baltimore, Anne Arundel, Harford, Howard, Montgomery and Prince George’s counties — remained under flash flood warnings until 11:15 p.m. Friday.

MARC train services will face speed restrictions and could face delays up to 25 minutes due to severe weather, according to the Maryland Transit Administration.

The forecast prompted the Baltimore Orioles to move their game versus the Chicago White Sox earlier to avoid the worst of the weather.

The game, originally scheduled to start at 7:05 p.m., will now be played at 4:30 p.m. Gates will open at 4 p.m. and parking lots open at 3 p.m. The first 15,000 fans today will snag an Orioles-themed bowling shirt.

Moderate to potentially heavy rain will continue overnight, with some wind gusts as high as 22 mph. Rainfall could amount to 2 inches, according to the NWS, though parts of the region could see up to 5 inches.

The NWS warned that some of the storms could be severe, with the possibility of damaging winds and large hail. People should also watch out for flash flooding.

State officials reminded drivers to use caution if on roads this evening and warned that there could be delays on the Bay Bridge due to the weather.

Saturday will likely be just as wet, with a 90% chance of precipitation and possible thunderstorm after 11 a.m. Wind gusts could reach as high as 23 mph, according to the NWS. Rain is expected to continue through Saturday night.

The region will see a break Sunday, which is expected to be sunny with a high near 73.

The Baltimore Office of Emergency Management encourages residents to text BMOREALERT to 888777 to stay informed with emergency alerts.

Event cancellations

The Annapolis Pride Parade and Festival, which was set to run Saturday at 11 a.m., was postponed due to potential thunderstorms, lightning and flooding, organizers announced on Facebook Friday afternoon.

“Although this decision comes early in the weekend, significant logistical challenges and the safety of our participants make it necessary,” the post read. “We look forward to celebrating Pride with you safely and joyfully this fall — bringing even more love, energy and resolve.”

This story will be updated.