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Severe storms rolled through the DC region, triggering tornado warnings in parts of Maryland and Virginia and a metro-area tornado watch, plus flash flood warnings; forecasters warned of damaging winds, large hail, and heavy downpours, with most storm activity easing after tonight and cooler, drier weather returning midweek.
A regional guide to 20 Fourth of July events across Washington, D.C., Maryland and Virginia outside the National Mall, featuring parades, waterfront celebrations, live music, food trucks and fireworks from the Palisades and Capitol Hill in DC to Vienna, Falls Church, Lorton, Manassas, Takoma Park, Annapolis, Rockville and National Harbor, with options for all ages and budgets.
A Silver Spring company, Bee Safe Mosquito Control, will release about 600,000 Wolbachia-infected male mosquitoes (ZAP) in the DC metro area this summer to reduce the Asian tiger mosquito population. These sterile-like males don’t bite; when they mate with females, the females become infertile and eggs won’t hatch. The ZAP males come from MosquitoMate with EPA approval, and the program runs June through September across the DMV for roughly $1,000 per service, which is already sold out for 2026. Alphabet’s Google, via its Debug program, is planning larger-scale Wolbachia releases in California and Florida.”,
A strong chemical smell at a federal aviation facility prompted temporary ground stops at Baltimore/Washington’s BWI, Reagan National (DCA) and Dulles (IAD) airports, according to the FAA, causing flight delays while crews investigated the source.
Four major local networks (NBC4, FOX5, ABC7, WUSA9) released updated snowfall maps for the DC region, with most areas expected to see 2–6 inches and higher totals in places like eastern Howard County (FOX5) and elevations above 1000 feet. ABC7 is using a probability-based approach, placing many areas in the 2–5 inch “most likely” range. Winter Storm Warnings cover central/north-central Maryland, northern/northwest Virginia, and the eastern panhandle of West Virginia, while a DC-area Winter Weather Advisory calls for lighter but impactful snowfall.
DC-area school systems have announced closures, delayed starts, or other changes for Monday as the region continues cleanup from the Jan. 25 snowstorm; Montgomery County Public Schools cited unsafe roads, impassable sidewalks, and post-snow piles creating safety hazards for buses and walkers, with some students facing a sixth straight day without classes.
The DC region recorded widespread snowfall with totals ranging roughly from 4.5 to 9 inches. Bloomfield and Elkridge both reported about 9 inches, Vienna and Columbia around 8 inches, and several other spots (e.g., Herndon ~7.6
Light snow and flurries are possible overnight and on New Year's Day in the DC area, with cold temperatures hovering around freezing, but little to no accumulation is expected, making for potentially icy roads and a chilly start to 2026.
The northern lights were visible in the U.S., including southern states like Florida, Texas, and California, due to increased solar activity. It is uncertain if there will be more auroras tonight.
Veterans Day 2025 in the DC area features closures of federal and local government offices, USPS, and some services, while stores like supermarkets remain open. Public transit operates on a weekend or holiday schedule, with parking and trash collection mostly suspended or modified. Specific closures and schedules vary across Maryland, Virginia, and DC counties.
A thin layer of smoke from Canadian wildfires is affecting the D.C. area's air quality and temperatures, causing moderate pollution levels and cooler weather, with conditions expected to improve by Friday.
Investigators revealed multiple mistakes and government failures that led to a tragic collision between a passenger jet and an Army Black Hawk helicopter over the Potomac River on January 29, resulting in 67 deaths.
The DC area is experiencing intense heat with heat indexes approaching 110°F, accompanied by a chance of thunderstorms mainly in the afternoon and evening, with increased storm activity expected over the weekend due to a cold front. The region is under a Level 1 risk for severe storms, and a heat advisory is in effect, emphasizing the need for heat safety precautions.
Urgent care centers in the D.C. area are experiencing a significant rise in walking pneumonia cases, particularly among children aged 0 to 17. MedStar Health reports a 358% increase in cases compared to last year, attributing the spike to reduced masking and hygiene practices post-COVID. Symptoms include fever, cough, and sore throat, with potential complications like asthma attacks. While treatable with antibiotics, some pharmacies face shortages of children's liquid forms. Preventative measures such as handwashing and masking are advised to curb the spread.
The severe thunderstorm risk for the D.C. area has ended as the squall line passes, with the storm watch canceled early. While lightning and brief heavy rain may continue until around midnight, no additional severe weather is expected tonight. More storms are anticipated Monday afternoon and evening.