THE WEATHER BLOG

Weather enthusiasts! The National Weather Service office at Sterling, Va., which handles Baltimore's forecasts, will hold an Open House on Oct. 18 (9 a.m.) and Oct. 19 (noon). Watch weather balloon launches, hear talks on severe weather, storms and weather careers. Tour their new offices, learn how to become a NWS weather spotter. For details, visit www.erh.noaa.gov/er/lwx/openhouse