Severe Weather Hits DC Area: Tornado Warnings and Flood Alerts
Severe Weather Hits DC Area: Tornado Warnings and Flood Alerts
US · Published Mar 17, 2026
Tornado warnings issued for Montgomery, Frederick, and Loudoun Counties; seek shelter immediately.
Flood warnings in effect for Fairfax and Montgomery Counties; avoid flooded areas.
Another round of severe weather expected this afternoon; stay vigilant and prepared.
Tornadoes and floods threaten D.C. area
The Washington, D.C. area is currently grappling with severe weather, characterized by tornado warnings and flood alerts affecting numerous counties. FOX 5 DC reports tornado warnings in Montgomery, Frederick, and Loudoun Counties in Maryland and Virginia, with the National Weather Service (NWS) noting severe thunderstorms and wind gusts up to 60 mph. These storms are moving northeast at 50 to 55 mph, posing a significant risk to the population. In addition to tornadoes, flood warnings are active in Fairfax and Montgomery Counties due to heavy rainfall, and coastal flood advisories are in place for Anne Arundel County, indicating potential high water levels.
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