Severe storms threaten the D.C. region Monday, with supercells early and a squall line during the afternoon. Damaging winds, hail, tornadoes and flooding are possible. A few morning showers are […]
What’s your plan if you lose power? Here’s what not to do
Staying safe during a power outage depends on actions you take, and actions you don’t. Staying safe during a power outage depends on actions you take, and actions you don’t. […]
More strong winds in the DC region after earlier severe storms cause flooding
Much of the area is under a moderate risk for severe storms, according to the National Weather Service. Some storms could produce winds of 65 to 75 mph, and isolated […]
St. Patrick’s Day brings a chill to DC area
A cold and blustery St. Patrick’s Day is ahead for the D.C. region, and temperatures will run 15 to 20 degrees below normal. St. Patrick’s Day revelers needed to bundle […]
Are tornadoes coming in clusters? A meteorologist on climate change impacts
The D.C. region is seeing more “outbreak days” that can deliver not just one, but multiple tornadoes, and climate change is the driver of that pattern, according to a meteorologist. […]
7-ton meteor identified as likely cause of boom heard across Ohio
A loud boom heard over Cleveland was likely “a result of a meteor,” the National Weather Service said Tuesday. An asteroid weighing about 7 tons and traveling at 45,000 miles […]
What to look for around your home after big storms
Philip Dancer, founder of Maryland-based Dancer & Co. home inspection, told WTOP that after a storm, you might want to look around your house for debris or potential damage. The […]
Big storms in DC-area may unveil warning signs about vulnerable trees
Tree experts say recent storms in the D.C. area may have revealed warning signs that could make trees more vulnerable in the next round of bad weather. Monday’s storms may […]
Ditch the jackets: Summer-like temperatures coming to DC area on first weekend of spring
Ditch the jackets: The first weekend of spring will have summer vibes as it will be warm and sunny Sunday in the D.C. region. Ditch the jackets: The first weekend […]
‘Boom’ heard across Northern Virginia blamed on lightning, ‘echo chamber’ effect
The National Weather Service said a lightning strike combined with unique atmospheric conditions caused Friday’s loud boom and bright flash across Northern Virginia. This article was republished with permission from […]