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Storms Heading To DMV Could Bring Tornado, Flooding To Region: National Weather Service
Wild weather could be coming to parts of the DMV region on Thursday afternoon. There is a "severe weather outlook" in parts of the area - largely in the northwest parts of Maryland - as winds topping 60mph are expected to roll through, possibly bringing down trees or power lines on Thursday, July 13. A brief, isolated tornado is also possible along and west of I-81, according to the National Weather Service, as well as hail measuring upwards of one inch in diameter. Flash flooding is also possible in parts of the region. High temperatures will get into the upper 80s to mid 90s for mos…
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Steamy, Stormy Weather Heading To The DMV For Days
The dog days of summer have come for the DMV region. Temperatures are expected to approach 90 degrees throughout the area on Thursday, July 6, with heavy humidity that makes it feel closer to 100 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. Another hot day ahead with temperatures in the upper 80s & low 90s. Add in the humidity, & the heat index will make it feel like the mid-upper 90s. An isolated storm with heavy rain can't be ruled out this afternoon between noon & 7pm. #MDwx #VAwx #WVwx #DCwx pic.twitter.com/TyjTn3hJE3 — NWS Baltimore-Washington (@NWS_BaltWash) Ju…
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Housemate Who Violently Killed Prominent DC Sculptor In MD Gets Time
The woman who admitted to murdering her 92-year-old sculptor roommate and attempting to make it look like a natural death will spend decades behind bars, Montgomery County State’s Attorney John McCarthy announced. Julia Birch, 28, of Kensington, was sentenced to 40 years in prison with all but 23 years suspended for her role in the death of her family friend and renowned artist Nancy Ann Frankel. Montgomery County Police and Montgomery County Fire and Rescue personnel responded to a Spruell Drive home on July 28, 2021, in Kensington, to conduct a death investigation after Frankel was kille…
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Code Red: Some Masking Up After Air Quality Alerts Issued For All Of MD, Northern VA
Some residents in the DMV region are breaking their N95 masks out as the air quality throughout the region continues to deteriorate. A "Code Red" alert has been issued in the area as smoke from the Canadian wildfires continues to infiltrate the East Coast, causing eye-watering, hazy, and potentially dangerous conditions. Code Red Air Quality Alerts continue for all of MD, northern VA, and eastern WV through this afternoon as Canadian wildfire smoke filters into the region. The smoke lingers into Friday although improvements are likely with southerly winds. #MDwx #VAwx #DCwx #WVwx pic.…
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Air Quality To Get Worse Before It Gets Better In Maryland, Forecasters Say
Skies may be hazy in parts of Maryland as the wind shifts and brings smoke from the Canadian wildfires back to the area. Maryland is under an "Air Quality Alert" on Wednesday, June 28, and health officials are advising that some wear masks if they have to head outside to protect themselves. Maryland is under an Air Quality Alert, including a "Red" forecast for unhealthy air in Western Maryland. N95, KN95 and FFP2 masks reduce particles you breathe in. Even with a mask, consider limiting time outdoors during air quality alerts. pic.twitter.com/LcGFbavti3 — MD Environment (@MDEnvironment…
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Ground Stop Issued At BWI Airport Due To Weather Concerns
The severe weather rolling through the DMV region has grounded some planes coming in and out of the area. Shortly before 5 p.m. on Tuesday, June 27, flights were being held due to "weather (and) thunderstorms," and it is expected that there is a chance the ground stop is extended. Related story - Severe Thunderstorm Warnings Issued For Parts Of DMV Region Amid Latest Bout Of Wild Weather There were no updates as of 4:43 p.m. on Tuesday afternoon. Delays are expected to persist through 9 p.m., according to the FAA. This is a developing story. Check Daily Voice for updates …
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Severe Thunderstorm Warnings Issued For Parts Of DMV Region Amid Latest Bout Of Wild Weather
Some parts of the DMV region can expect extreme weather to continue as storms bringing hail and whipping winds continue to roll through the area. Some relief is on the horizon for residents in Maryland and Virginia, but not before Mother Nature goes one more round with winds reaching 60 mph and quarter-sized hail possible to fall in certain neighborhoods. Special Marine Warning including the Chesapeake Bay from Drum Point MD to Smith Point VA, Chesapeake Bay from North Beach to Drum Point MD, Chesapeake Bay from Sandy Point to North Beach MD and Choptank River to Cambridge MD and the Li…
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Tornado, Hail Possible As Severe Weather Expected To Strike DMV Region
Severe thunderstorms bringing whipping winds and possibly hail to DC and Maryland are expected to rock the DMV region on Monday afternoon. A "severe weather outlook" has been issued for the entire region between 2 p.m. and 10 p.. on Monday, June 26 throughout the I-95 corridor, specifically during the evening commute, according to the National Weather Service. It will be an active weather day as severe thunderstorms are expected to impact areas east of the Alleghenies. These... Posted by US National Weather Service Baltimore/Washington on Monday, June 26, 2023 The storm is expected to …
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Damaging Thunderstorms, Hail Could Be Heading To DMV Region
The National Weather Service is cautioning residents in the DMV region that some troubling storms could be coming to the area. An alert was issued on Sunday afternoon advising that there is "an increased confidence" that there will be severe thunderstorms with possible hail and damaging winds on Monday, June 26. The "weather threat" is listed between 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. for those east of I-95, while it is set between 4 p.m. and 9 p.m. east of the highway. According to weather officials, winds may reach upwards of 60 mph in some neighborhoods, and "large hail (is possible)" Some areas may…
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Here Are The Best, Worst Times To Get Out Of Town For Memorial Day Weekend In The DMV
Travelers in the DMV region looking to get out of town for the long Memorial Day Weekend may want to hit the road as AAA anticipates near record-high travelers for the holiday. With the COVID-19 pandemic truly i the rearview mirror, AAA is projecting that 42.3 million Americans will travel at least 50 miles away from home, representing a possible 7 percent increase over 2022, marking the beginning of the busy summer travel season. In the region, those looking to get away for the weekend are being advised to leave before noon on Friday, May 26, if they hope to avoid gridlocks and headaches …
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Hail, 70MPH Wind Gusts Could Hit Parts Of DMV Region During Incoming Storm
Wicked weather could be rolling through the DMV region as officials prepare for incoming storms that could bring whipping winds to the area. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued in parts of Maryland and Virginia that will last through 10 p.m. on Thursday, April 6, as wind gusts could reach 70 mph with isolated hail in select areas. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued for areas along & east of the Blue Ridge through 10 pm EDT. Primary threats include scattered gusts up to 70 mph along with isolated large hail. #MDwx #VAwx #WVwx #DCwx pic.twitter.com/Oi40DcLAwg — NWS …
Business
Raising Cane's Raises Expectations With Debut Maryland Restaurant
Raising Cane’s is ready for its closeup in Maryland. The popular chicken chain, which has locations across the country, opened its first Maryland restaurant on Thursday, Jan. 12 in Towson Row as the company continues expanding its foothold in the DMV region. Where are our Towson Caniacs at?! Our new Restaurant opens tomorrow on 4 W Towsontown Blvd. Ste 100! Can’t wait to see your ONE LOVE! pic.twitter.com/6M37JHCpW0 — Raising Cane's (@raisingcanes) January 11, 2023 Located on East Towsontown Boulevard in Towson, the 3,900-square-foot space will provide diners with both take-out and din…
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