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Northern Virginia Bakes As Dulles Hits Record High Temperatures In Rare May Heat Spike Northern Virginia Bakes As Dulles Hits Record High Temperatures In Rare May Heat Spike
Northern Virginia Bakes As Dulles Hits Record High Temperatures In Rare May Heat Spike If it felt more like late July than mid-May in Northern Virginia on Monday, there’s a reason. Washington Dulles International Airport hit 95 degrees on Monday, May 18, setting a new record high for the date, according to the National Weather Service. The old May 18 record at Dulles was 91 degrees, set in 1987, officials said. Monday’s heat blew right past it. The brutal early-season heat settled over the DMV before storms even had a chance to fire up. “As of 12:56 p.m. on Monday, no showers or storms in our area yet, but you can see the clouds starting to ‘bubble’ over western MD, eastern…

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by Zak Failla
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Developing El Niño Could Bring Extreme Summer Weather, Forecasters Warn Developing El Niño Could Bring Extreme Summer Weather, Forecasters Warn
Developing El Niño Could Bring Extreme Summer Weather, Forecasters Warn A dramatic split in summer weather is on the horizon, with forecasters warning of a season marked by extremes.  AccuWeather’s long-range experts say the United States could see everything from dangerous heat waves and worsening drought to repeated flash flooding and an elevated wildfire risk in the West. On Wednesday, April 29, AccuWeather released its summer 2026 outlook, highlighting the influence of a rapidly developing El Niño.  The pattern is expected to divide the country, with wetter conditions in the nation’s midsection and hotter, drier weather farther west and south. Ac…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Rare Level 4 Severe Weather Risk Issued For Virginia With Tornadoes, 80 MPH Winds Possible Rare Level 4 Severe Weather Risk Issued For Virginia With Tornadoes, 80 MPH Winds Possible
Rare Level 4 Severe Weather Risk Issued For Virginia With Tornadoes, 80 MPH Winds Possible A rare and potentially dangerous storm system is barreling toward the DMV as forecasters say the region could be facing tornadoes, destructive winds, and widespread power outages by Monday afternoon. The National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center have placed the DC metro area under a Level 4 out of 5 “Moderate Risk” for severe weather — a designation rarely issued for the region and one that signals widespread severe storms are possible. The last time the area saw a similar risk level was more than two years ago, according to meteorologists tracking the system. Here are o…

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by Zak Failla
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Arrival Of Unsettled Stretch Will Bring Rounds Of Rain: Here's Timing Arrival Of Unsettled Stretch Will Bring Rounds Of Rain: Here's Timing
Arrival Of Unsettled Stretch Will Bring Rounds Of Rain: Here's Timing A long-awaited soaking is finally on the way for the Northeast, with multiple rounds of rain, and a few rumbles of thunder, as a days-long unsettled stretch starts. Forecasters at the National Weather Service and AccuWeather say a pattern change will funnel moisture into the region delivering widespread showers that will help chip away at ongoing dryness. Downpours and thunderstorms will be possible in the afternoon and evening Tuesday, Sept. 23.  While many communities will welcome the rain, brief heavy bursts could cause issues where the water runs off instead of soaking in. That w…

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by Joe Lombardi
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From Sickbed To Standing O: George Clooney Returns To Red Carpet For Movie Premiere From Sickbed To Standing O: George Clooney Returns To Red Carpet For Movie Premiere
From Sickbed To Standing O: George Clooney Returns To Red Carpet For Movie Premiere George Clooney turned a health scare into a show-stopping comeback in Venice, powering through a sinus infection and a downpour to greet a roaring crowd for the world premiere of the Netflix movie Jay Kelly. Clooney hit the red carpet with co-star Adam Sandler on Thursday night, Aug. 28, after missing festival events earlier in the day and drew an eight-and-a-half-minute standing ovation, according to Variety. As Daily Voice earlier reported, the 64-year-old Clooney withdrew from public appearances when he began feeling unwell on Wednesday, Aug. 27, in Italy. The Hollywood Reporter said he …

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by Joe Lombardi
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3-5 Named Storms Projected To Develop In Atlantic This Month With Hurricane Chances 3-5 Named Storms Projected To Develop In Atlantic This Month With Hurricane Chances
3-5 Named Storms Projected To Develop In Atlantic This Month With Hurricane Chances Get ready for an active stretch in the tropics. AccuWeather meteorologists are warning that the Atlantic could see up to five named storms in August, with at least one or two likely to reach hurricane strength. In a new outlook released Friday, Aug. 8, forecasters said three to five named storms are expected to develop across the Atlantic basin this month.  The next names on the 2025 list are Erin, Fernand, and Gabrielle. Multiple areas are being monitored for potential tropical development.  This includes a high-risk zone in the central Atlantic from Saturday, Aug. 9 through M…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Tornado Warnings, Flash Flooding Slam Maryland, Virginia As Severe Storms Move In Tornado Warnings, Flash Flooding Slam Maryland, Virginia As Severe Storms Move In
Tornado Warnings, Flash Flooding Slam Maryland, Virginia As Severe Storms Move In With a cold front moving into the region, forecasters are cautioning residents and business owners in the DMV area to be prepared for wicked storms and possible flooding.  Multiple rounds of thunderstorms are possible on Thursday, July 31, with widespread totals of one to two inches, and bringing the potential for rain rates of one to two inches in 30 minutes in some areas. Tornado Warnings were also issued on Thursday in parts of Maryland and Virginia. According to the National Weather Service, localized rainfall could hit up to six inches in some metro areas, and "multiple instances…

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by Zak Failla
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10K+ Without Power In Maryland, Virginia After Storms Slam DMV 10K+ Without Power In Maryland, Virginia After Storms Slam DMV
10K+ Without Power In Maryland, Virginia After Storms Slam DMV Thousands in the region remain without power in the DMV following the latest round of thunderstorms that rocked the area.  As of 10:45 a.m. on Friday, June 20, Baltimore Gas and Electric crews are still working to repair 524 active outages that continued to impact 9,913 of the company's 1.34 million customers.  Anne Arundel (6,255 customers) was hit the hardest, followed by Prince George's (2,485), Baltimore (332), and Harford (242) counties.  Pepco was also reporting nearly 5,000 customers without power. "We know how frustrating it is to be without power, especially in hot…

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by Zak Failla
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Maryland Family Welcomes Baby, Then Loses Everything In Lightning-Fueled House Fire Maryland Family Welcomes Baby, Then Loses Everything In Lightning-Fueled House Fire
Maryland Family Welcomes Baby, Then Loses Everything In Lightning-Fueled House Fire One day after welcoming their newborn daughter into the world, a Maryland family lost everything in a freak lightning-sparked house fire — including their home, belongings, and beloved pet. The devastating blaze broke out shortly before 9:50 p.m. Friday, May 30, on Gunpowder Road in Hampstead, just as thunderstorms rolled through northern Baltimore County, according to the Hereford Volunteer Fire Company. Firefighters arrived to find flames tearing through a two-story home, with fire showing from the front and side of the structure. “(Crews) assumed first due engine responsibilities and es…

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by Zak Failla
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Stormy Start To Weekend Will Be Followed By Change In Weather Pattern Stormy Start To Weekend Will Be Followed By Change In Weather Pattern
Stormy Start To Weekend Will Be Followed By Change In Weather Pattern Showers and thunderstorms will make for a dreary first half of the weekend before a change in the weather pattern arrives. Up to 1.5 inches of precipitation is possible on Saturday, April 26, AccuWeather says. After the storm clears out, strong winds will move in on Sunday, April 27. It will be a dry day with a mix of sun and clouds and temps below the seasonable average. Wind gusts will top out at about 25 mph. "While it will be much cooler on Sunday, the gusty winds and very dry air will quickly dry out the brush and fallen leaves once again," said AccuWeather Senior Meteorologist Brett …

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by Joe Lombardi
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Tornado, Hail Possible As Severe Storms Hit Maryland, Virginia Tornado, Hail Possible As Severe Storms Hit Maryland, Virginia
Tornado, Hail Possible As Severe Storms Hit Maryland, Virginia Some severe weather is expected in DC, Maryland, and Virginia as storms approach the region, bringing potential hail and possibly even a tornado, forecasters warn. An alert was issued by the National Weather Service on Monday, March 31 advising that there is a risk in the DMV region for severe thunderstorms after an unseasonably warm day. Forecasters said that the primary risk is damaging wind gusts that could lead to isolated tornados and severe hail in some parts of the area. Wind gusts may near 60 mph, officials cautioned. Strong to severe storms are possible this afternoon and even…

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by Zak Failla
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40 Killed As Storm That Spawned 52 Tornadoes Moves Off East Coast 40 Killed As Storm That Spawned 52 Tornadoes Moves Off East Coast
40 Killed As Storm That Spawned 52 Tornadoes Moves Off East Coast A massive storm that now pushing off the East Coast has left a trail of destruction, mainly in the South and Midwest, with 40 fatalities now reported. As of 8:15 a.m. on Monday, March 17, the system is generating widespread rainfall and thunderstorms as a strong cold front advances. (See the radar image above.) A total of 52 tornadoes have been reported, with more possible, alongside multiple wildfires and a significant dust storm in the Southwest and Midwest, according to AccuWeather. We’re working as fast as we can to get the interstate open. Vehicles involved is now up to 71.The spec…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Cold Front Coming After Rain: Here's How Cool It Could Get In The Northeast This Weekend Cold Front Coming After Rain: Here's How Cool It Could Get In The Northeast This Weekend
Cold Front Coming After Rain: Here's How Cool It Could Get In The Northeast This Weekend Break out those jean jackets. After a day of rain, temps are expected to drop for a classic fall day in the Northeast, forecasters say. Saturday, Sept. 7 will be rainy with a high of 75 and showers on the lighter side with the exception of a few thunderstorms, according to the National Weather Service. AccuWeather says the rain will fall during the first part of the weekend. Unsettled weather today due to some showers and perhaps a few thunderstorms. Rainfall amounts expected to be on the... Posted by US National Weather Service Philadelphia/Mount Holly on Saturday, September 7, 20…

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by Cecilia Levine
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Severe Thunderstorms May Bring Ping Pong-Sized Hail, 70 MPH Wind Gusts To DMV Region Severe Thunderstorms May Bring Ping Pong-Sized Hail, 70 MPH Wind Gusts To DMV Region
Severe Thunderstorms May Bring Ping Pong-Sized Hail, 70 MPH Wind Gusts To DMV Region A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued for parts of the DMV region as wicked weather is expected to roll through the region, forecasters are cautioning. Following a sweltering day, the National Weather Service is advising that parts of DC, Maryland, and Virginia may be subject to storms that may bring whipping winds approaching 70 mph and ping pong-sized hail to some areas. The Watch has been issued throughout the region through 11 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 29. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued for areas along and west of the DC metro area until 11 PM tonight. The primary th…

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by Zak Failla
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Weekend Storms To Douse Parts Of DC, Maryland, Virginia: Forecasters Weekend Storms To Douse Parts Of DC, Maryland, Virginia: Forecasters
Weekend Storms To Douse Parts Of DC, Maryland, Virginia: Forecasters Some severe weather may be coming to parts of Maryland and Virginia following the recent spell of dry conditions throughout the region, forecasters say. What started as a pleasant weekend in the DMV is going to be doused by rain as storms move into the area, with the possibility of severe weather on Saturday leading into Sunday. Numerous showers and thunderstorms are expected today with a risk of some severe weather and flash flooding. #DCwx #MDwx #VAwx #WVwx pic.twitter.com/mqhnVnNlae — NWS Baltimore-Washington (@NWS_BaltWash) August 17, 2024 The most intense weather is expected to co…

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by Zak Failla
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Tracking Hurricane Debby: Tornadoes Pose Main Threat As Storm Takes Inland Path Tracking Hurricane Debby: Tornadoes Pose Main Threat As Storm Takes Inland Path
Tracking Hurricane Debby: Tornadoes Pose Main Threat As Storm Takes Inland Path The forecast track has shifted for Hurricane Debby, which is set to pass through northern Maryland and Pennsylvania, and drop torrential rain on surrounding areas late this week. The AccuWeather map shows that Debby's path has taken a westward shift, and is set to work its way through northern Maryland then Eastern Pennsylvania Friday, Aug. 9 into Saturday (after moving through the Carolinas Thursday, Aug. 8). Tornadoes are the main threat and severe thunderstorms are possible, the National Weather Service said. "A more inland track of the remnants of Debby places our r…

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by Cecilia Levine
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Family, Visiting Relatives Displaced By Loudoun County House Fire Sparked By Lightning Family, Visiting Relatives Displaced By Loudoun County House Fire Sparked By Lightning
Family, Visiting Relatives Displaced By Loudoun County House Fire Sparked By Lightning The thunderstorms that rolled through Loudoun County and the rest of the DMV region left a family and relatives visiting Virginia displaced after a lightning strike in the area, officials say. Shortly before 5 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 3, first responders from multiple agencies in Virginia and Maryland responded to a home in the 15000 block of Shannondale Road in Hillsboro to investigate a reported structure fire. Upon arrival, crews were met by smoke and fire coming from the garage, which rapidly spread to the second story of the residence. Firefighters made their way into the home and were …

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by Zak Failla
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Widespread Travel Disruptions Expected With Storm System Closing Out Weekend For Northeast Widespread Travel Disruptions Expected With Storm System Closing Out Weekend For Northeast
Widespread Travel Disruptions Expected With Storm System Closing Out Weekend For Northeast We've got one more day of stormy weather before another day of extreme heat. Pick your poison. A system that dropped several inches of rain on the Northeast on Saturday, Aug. 3 is expected to be followed by another round of storms on Sunday, Aug. 4, according to AccuWeather and the National Weather Service. And forecasters say widespread travel disruptions are expected. Quite a busy week is on tap for us. Another round of showers & thunderstorms will impact the area this afternoon &... Posted by US National Weather Service Philadelphia/Mount Holly on Sunday, August 4, 2024…

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by Cecilia Levine
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Days Of Intense Heat Will Break Up Stormy Nights In Northeast: Here's This Week's Forecast Days Of Intense Heat Will Break Up Stormy Nights In Northeast: Here's This Week's Forecast
Days Of Intense Heat Will Break Up Stormy Nights In Northeast: Here's This Week's Forecast A pair of rain storms with heavy downpours with days of intense heat in between are on forecasters' radars for the end of July and the beginning of August. The first round of storms is expected Tuesday evening, July 30, beginning between 8 and 9 p.m. and lasting through early Wednesday morning, July 31, the National Weather Service says. Downpours and localized flooding are both possible, the NWS said. Showers and thunderstorms with heavy downpours will bring the potential for localized flooding in two separate rounds... Posted by US National Weather Service Philadelphia/Mount Holl…

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by Cecilia Levine
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6 Tornados Touched Down In VA, MD: Here's Where 6 Tornados Touched Down In VA, MD: Here's Where
6 Tornados Touched Down In VA, MD: Here's Where The National Weather Service confirmed seven tornados touched down in Maryland, West Virginia, and Virginia on Wednesday, June 5 — six of them in the DMV alone. The NWS sent four teams to cities across the region to survey storm damage and found a warm front slowly lifted northeast across the eastern Panhandle of West Virginia into northern Virginia, along with central and northeastern Maryland.  At the same time, low pressure tracked along the warm front causing severe thunderstorms and tornadoes to develop. Peak winds were between 85 and 105 mph, the strongest in  Seven of them. Here's w…

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by Cecilia Levine