Maryland Flash Flood Kills 13-Year-Old Boy, Thousands Lose Power

A 13-year-old boy tragically died in Mount Airy, Maryland, after being swept into a storm drain by rapidly rising floodwaters during severe storms on Thursday evening. Despite efforts by police officers and firefighters, the boy was pulled into a drainage pipe connected to an overwhelmed stormwater retention pond, and rescue attempts were hindered by the strong current and narrow pipe diameter. The incident prompted a large multi-agency response, including divers and water rescue teams, but the boy was pronounced dead at the scene. The flooding was caused by intense rainfall that overwhelmed drainage systems, leading to hazardous conditions and power outages affecting thousands of residents in the region. Authorities are investigating the incident and have issued warnings to supervise children near moving water during such severe weather events. The storms also led to flood warnings across several counties in Maryland and neighboring states, with widespread impacts including road closures and power outages.