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Potentially Damaging Thunderstorms Expected To Develop In DMV Region, Forecasters Warn Potentially Damaging Thunderstorms Expected To Develop In DMV Region, Forecasters Warn
Potentially Damaging Thunderstorms Expected To Develop In DMV Region, Forecasters Warn The stifling heat in the DMV on Wednesday could turn into possibly strong or severe storms throughout parts of the region. Temperatures are expected to hover in the 90s throughout the afternoon on June 26 with thunderstorms developing later in the day, with potentially damaging winds that could impact residents in DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Keep an eye on upcoming forecasts for possible storms developing. And stay cool and hydrated out there. https://t.co/zu35K15ssP — Maryland Department of Emergency Management (MDEM) (@MDMEMA) June 26, 2024 According to AccuWeather forecasters, the s…

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Snow Likely In Most Of Maryland, Virginia Heading Into Holiday Weekend: Forecasters Snow Likely In Most Of Maryland, Virginia Heading Into Holiday Weekend: Forecasters
Snow Likely In Most Of Maryland, Virginia Heading Into Holiday Weekend: Forecasters A new round of snow could be coming to parts of the DMV region as soon as Friday night or Saturday morning, according to forecasters. A new fast-moving storm could bring upwards of three inches of snow to some areas, AccuWeather officials said, with a wintry mix possible as far south as Richmond, though it is expected to pass quickly. Mild temperatures are expected today with increasing clouds ahead of a weather system to our north. Some rain showers will reach the Allegheny Mountains later this afternoon. pic.twitter.com/97ro1l3Y3w — NWS Baltimore-Washington (@NWS_BaltWash) February 15,…

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Rain May Turn To Snow In Parts Of DMV Region During Shifty Incoming Storm: Forecasters Rain May Turn To Snow In Parts Of DMV Region During Shifty Incoming Storm: Forecasters
Rain May Turn To Snow In Parts Of DMV Region During Shifty Incoming Storm: Forecasters Some parts of the DMV region could be hit with snow as another round of storms is expected to roll through the area.  Forecasters are advising that some parts of the area could see winter weather, specifically in the mountains, though many other neighborhoods will only see rain falling beginning late on Monday and into Tuesday morning. We have some winter weather on the way for Maryland including potential snow fall tonight into tomorrow. Keep an eye on @NWS_BaltWash, your local forecasts, and here for continued updates. #MdWx https://t.co/3jWmTmz5Uo — Maryland Department of Emergen…

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Purple Rain: Storm To Soak Ravens Flock At Baltimore AFC Game Purple Rain: Storm To Soak Ravens Flock At Baltimore AFC Game
Purple Rain: Storm To Soak Ravens Flock At Baltimore AFC Game Maryland was in a fog on Thursday, but it could be all Purple Rain on Sunday when the Baltimore Ravens look to make their way back to the Super Bowl. Unseasonably warm temps with a chance of rain are expected through the end of the week, according to the National Weather Service. Come Sunday, Jan. 28, when the visiting Kansas City Chiefs arrive for the AFCs Championship, temps will have dropped to below 50, with a "chilly rain" expected in the Washington DC-Baltimore area, AccuWeather says. Monday will be mostly cloudy with a high near 45, the National Weather Service shows. …

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Incoming Storm To Bring Several Inches Of Snow To Parts Of DMV Region: Forecasters Incoming Storm To Bring Several Inches Of Snow To Parts Of DMV Region: Forecasters
Incoming Storm To Bring Several Inches Of Snow To Parts Of DMV Region: Forecasters The DMV region is bracing for another round of wintry weather that could blanket the area with snow as storms roll in.  Winter weather advisories have been issued throughout the area, beginning at around 4 a.m. through 7 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 19, as several inches of snow are expected to accumulate in some areas, with upwards of four inches in some DC suburbs. Winter Weather Advisories have been expanded across southern MD & central VA. Snow amounts range from a 0.5-2" in these locations with 2-5" along & north of I-66/US-50. Snow moves in from the west between 1-5am & wr…

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Sunday Snow Squalls Possible In Parts Of DMV Region, Forecasters Caution Sunday Snow Squalls Possible In Parts Of DMV Region, Forecasters Caution
Sunday Snow Squalls Possible In Parts Of DMV Region, Forecasters Caution Another storm may bring upwards of an inch of snow to parts of Maryland, Virginia, and DC on Sunday, according to forecasters. While the DMV region won't face the same perils that forced the NFL to postpone the Buffalo Bills playoff game in upstate New York, some parts of the area may see a wintry mix on Jan. 14 as they celebrate the holiday weekend. Temperatures began cooling down on Saturday, with a cold front heading in that could bring whipping winds, some snow showers, and other inclement weather, officials say. Behind a cold front, temperatures will cool off through the day. This …

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Winter Storm Warnings, Watches Issued In Parts Of DMV Region Winter Storm Warnings, Watches Issued In Parts Of DMV Region
Winter Storm Warnings, Watches Issued In Parts Of DMV Region The first big snow and ice threat of the season is heading toward the DMV, forecasters are cautioning. A wintry mix of snow, sleet, and freezing rain are expected to come from the south beginning on Saturday morning throughout the region, with some areas along the I-95 corridor expected to see several inches accumulating. Freezing rain is also expected with this system. https://t.co/jPdkwY9voh pic.twitter.com/MPSxeYddDt — NWS Baltimore-Washington (@NWS_BaltWash) January 4, 2024 The storm is expected to peak late on Saturday afternoon before trailing off at som point on Sunday, Jan. 7.&…

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Wet Weekend Expected In DMV As Rainstorms Head Toward Region Wet Weekend Expected In DMV As Rainstorms Head Toward Region
Wet Weekend Expected In DMV As Rainstorms Head Toward Region Some serious weather is headed toward the DMV region this weekend, according to forecasters, with several inches of rain possible in parts of DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Things will start out pleasant, with seasonably warm weather on Friday and Saturday before a storm is expected to bring heavy rain and gusty winds on Sunday leading into Monday's commute. High temperatures in the mid 40s to upper 50s will be reached in the next few hours under ample sunshine. Clear skies continue through early this evening. #DCwx #MDwx #VAwx #WVwx pic.twitter.com/ffab43y2YX — NWS Baltimore-Washington (@N…

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Tropical Storm Warning Issued For Parts Of DMV Region Ahead Of Rainy Weekend Tropical Storm Warning Issued For Parts Of DMV Region Ahead Of Rainy Weekend
Tropical Storm Warning Issued For Parts Of DMV Region Ahead Of Rainy Weekend It might be a rain-soaked weekend in the DMV, forecasters are warning. A Tropical Storm Warning has been issued in parts of the region as a storm continues to develop and make its way up the East Coast. MDEM ALERT: Tropical Storm Warning for Worcester County in MD. #mdwx — Maryland Department of Emergency Management (MDEM) (@MDMEMA) September 21, 2023 The storm is expected to pick up steam in the Southeast before weakening by the time it gets to the region, though gusty winds, rain, and potential flooding are all possible. "There is the potential for life-threatening surge inundation …

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Flood Watches Issued As New Round Of Storms Set To Hit DMV Region Flood Watches Issued As New Round Of Storms Set To Hit DMV Region
Flood Watches Issued As New Round Of Storms Set To Hit DMV Region The DMV Region may be in for another round of rough weather on Tuesday afternoon. Forecasters say that there is a "Level 2" risk of severe weather on Tuesday, Aug. 15, which could bring isolated tornadoes, large hail, and potentially damaging winds, and flooding throughout the area.  The bulk of the bad weather is expected along the I-95 corridor and east, toward parts of Maryland, according to the National Weather Service. Most of the I-95 corridor has been upgraded to a Slight Risk for Severe Weather from the Storm Prediction Center for thunderstorms that are expected to move through…

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Large Hail, Tornado Possible In DMV Region As Thunderstorms Return To The Area Large Hail, Tornado Possible In DMV Region As Thunderstorms Return To The Area
Large Hail, Tornado Possible In DMV Region As Thunderstorms Return To The Area Just as the region cleaned up from last week's rash of thunderstorms, a new batch of severe weather is heading toward the region. Whipping winds approaching 70 mph are possible along with a chance of a tornado, hail, and flash flooding potentially hitting some parts of Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia on Monday, Aug. 14, forecasters are advising. Hot and humid air paired with an approaching warm front will result in thunderstorms later today. Some storms may become severe, with damaging winds, large hail, and an isolated tornado all possible threats. #DCwx #MDwx #VAwx #WVwx pic.tw…

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Damaging Winds, Hail, Tornadoes Possible From Storms Heading To DMV Region Damaging Winds, Hail, Tornadoes Possible From Storms Heading To DMV Region
Damaging Winds, Hail, Tornadoes Possible From Storms Heading To DMV Region Severe weather is being tracked toward the region, forecasters are warning. Showers and thunderstorms are expected to impact neighborhoods in Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia beginning on Sunday, Aug. 6 and into Monday, when things are expected to get worse before they get better. Heads up #MoCo, we're about to get rocked soon. Rain should start moving in around 530-545 and the heavy stuff will hit soon after. Right now the storm should be moving out around 2 am. Be ready for power outages, trees/lines down. And severe traffic delays. #BePrepared pic.twitter.com/96w2Dkorp8 — Montg…

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Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued For DMV Region With 70 MPH Winds, Tornadoes Possible Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued For DMV Region With 70 MPH Winds, Tornadoes Possible
Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued For DMV Region With 70 MPH Winds, Tornadoes Possible A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect in the DMV region as wicked weather is expected to roll through the area, bringing whipping winds that could top 70 mph on Saturday. Residents are being advised to be on high alert as meteorologists continue to track storms on the east coast that could bring large hail or possible tornadoes to parts of DC, Maryland, and Virginia. The storm warning comes as the region continues to battle a heat wave that found temperatures approaching 100 degrees for several days, further exacerbating the region. Dangerous heat index values of 100-110 are forecas…

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Severe Thunderstorm, Flash Flooding Warnings Issued Throughout Parts Of DMV Region Severe Thunderstorm, Flash Flooding Warnings Issued Throughout Parts Of DMV Region
Severe Thunderstorm, Flash Flooding Warnings Issued Throughout Parts Of DMV Region Some wicked weather is coming to the DMV region on Tuesday as the area braces for storms that could bring hail and lead to possible flooding to some neighborhoods. Severe thunderstorm warnings have been issued in Maryland,  Virginia, and Washington, DC on Tuesday, July 25, as forecasts call for fast-moving storms to roll through as it heads up the East Coast. A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for parts of the D.C. metro, MD, and VA until 8 PM EDT. #DCwx #MDwx #VAwx pic.twitter.com/kaLHFsa6db — NWS Baltimore-Washington (@NWS_BaltWash) July 25, 2023 Quarter-sized hail is possib…

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Storms Heading To DMV Could Bring Tornado, Flooding To Region: National Weather Service Storms Heading To DMV Could Bring Tornado, Flooding To Region: National Weather Service
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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Code Red: Some Masking Up After Air Quality Alerts Issued For All Of MD, Northern VA Code Red: Some Masking Up After Air Quality Alerts Issued For All Of MD, Northern VA
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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Tornado, Hail Possible As Severe Weather Expected To Strike DMV Region Tornado, Hail Possible As Severe Weather Expected To Strike DMV Region
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 Damaging Thunderstorms, Hail Could Be Heading To DMV Region
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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Air Quality Expected To Reach Danger Zones Along East Coast Air Quality Expected To Reach Danger Zones Along East Coast
Air Quality Expected To Reach Danger Zones Along East Coast Smoke from Canadian wildfires continue to travel south down the East Coast, and residents along the East Coast are starting to feel the impact. The Maryland Department of the Environment issued an alert on Tuesday, June 6, warning that "significant wildfire smoke" from fires in Canada will impact air quality throughout Maryland over the next several days (click here to check the air quality in your town). According to AirNow.gov, Wednesday, June 7 was expected to be in the red zone, the danger zone, in Baltimore, and parts of the Philadelphia suburbs. Smoke & haze from wildfires in…

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Hazardous Weather Could Lead To Power Outages In DMV Region, Officials Warn Hazardous Weather Could Lead To Power Outages In DMV Region, Officials Warn
Hazardous Weather Could Lead To Power Outages In DMV Region, Officials Warn Hazardous weather that is expected to roll through the DMV area could lead to power outages in some parts of the region, officials are cautioning. The National Weather Service has extended its High Wind Warning for the region until 1 a.m. on Sunday, April 2, as whipping winds hovering between 20 mph and 30 mph are expected to persist, with gusts reaching upwards of 65 mph. The National Weather Service (NWS) has extended the High Wind Warning for the District of Columbia until 1AM Sunday, April 2, 2023. WHAT: West winds ranging from 20 to 30mph with gusts up to 60mph.IMPACTS: Damaging wi…

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Something In The Air? Here's Why DMV Residents Are Seeing, Smelling Smoke Something In The Air? Here's Why DMV Residents Are Seeing, Smelling Smoke
Something In The Air? Here's Why DMV Residents Are Seeing, Smelling Smoke Some DC residents can rest assured as the smell of smoke and a smoky haze took over the city on Monday afternoon. Alarm bells sounded in the heads of some DC residents on Monday, March 27, where there was an odor of smoke emanating throughout the region for unknown reasons. For residents smelling smoke & seeing a smoky haze, our Fire Department hasn’t found any source in DC. Given that residents in DC region are smelling it, it’s possibly coming from North Carolina wildfire.@PoPville @WTOP @DCist https://t.co/SR06j29kfB — CA Kevin Donahue (@DC_OCA) March 27, 2023 According to offic…

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Memorial Day Weekend Weather: What To Expect This Year Memorial Day Weekend Weather: What To Expect This Year
Memorial Day Weekend Weather: What To Expect This Year A rainy start to Memorial Day Weekend could be the reality for many residents in the Capital Region.  As a low pressure system slowly moves across the country, rain is expected to reach the East Coast by Friday, May 27, according to the National Weather Service (NWS).  As a low pressure system slowly moves east across the midsection of the country, rain will gradually push eastward... Posted by NOAA NWS Weather Prediction Center on Wednesday, May 25, 2022 The system, which will bring scattered showers and thunderstorms, is expected to linger in the area throughout the rest of the weeke…

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Severe Weather Conditions Expected For Capitol Region Throughout The Day Severe Weather Conditions Expected For Capitol Region Throughout The Day
Severe Weather Conditions Expected For Capitol Region Throughout The Day Severe weather concerns are plaguing the Northeast today and the Capitol Region is no exception.  As a cold front moves through the area, numerous severe thunderstorms are projected for the DC/Metro area throughout the day on Monday, May 16, according to the National Weather Service (NWS). Noon update: showers and isolated thunderstorms are overspreading the region. Severe weather threat remains later this afternoon as storms fire along an approaching cold front. pic.twitter.com/d8fSrBsWYH — NWS Baltimore-Washington (@NWS_BaltWash) May 16, 2022 The risk of severe t'storms over much …

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A Freeze Warning? But It's Almost May! A Freeze Warning? But It's Almost May!
A Freeze Warning? But It's Almost May! With less than two days left in the month of April, a Freeze Warning has been issued for parts of Maryland and Virginia.  The warning will be effective from 1-9 a.m. on Friday, April 29, the National Weather Service said. The warning impacts portions of central, north central and northern Maryland as well as central and northern Virginia.  Freeze Warning until 9am for central and Northeast MD, eastern WV, and northern VA, along with the Shenandoah Valley. Dry and chilly with plenty of sun the remainder of the day. Temperatures will be 10 degrees below average. A gusty northwest wind mo…

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