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Aug 02, 2020

National Weather Service Says Prepare For Life-Threatening Rainfall, Flooding Monday Night

Widespread rainfall could drop three to six inches of rain, with higher amounts possible, which could cause significant flash flooding in the region, the National Weather Service warns.

Sep 12, 2018

D.C. Will Probably Dodge The Worst Of The Hurricane

We’re likely to miss the worst of it, but we’ll still see some effects.

Sep 12, 2018

These Are Some Of The Areas Most Susceptible To Flooding In D.C.

Make sure to avoid these areas if we start getting a lot of Florence-related rain.

Sep 11, 2018

How Hurricane Florence Will Affect Planes, Trains, And Automobiles

With already-saturated ground and a chance for high winds, the storm could bring down trees that could block roads and sever power lines.

Sep 10, 2018

Hurricane Florence Is Traveling A Similar Path As A 1933 Storm That Got Very, Very Close To D.C.

The D.C. area should prepare for serious flooding.

Sep 27, 2017

These D.C.-Area Events Will Benefit Hurricane Relief Efforts

Fitness events, happy hours, and more happenings to support recovery efforts for victims who’ve survived this catastrophic hurricane season.

Sep 26, 2017

D.C. Police Officers Are Going To Puerto Rico For Hurricane Relief

Hurricane Maria cause at least 16 deaths on the island, and many residents have been without power since last week.

Oct 02, 2015

It Looks Like D.C. Will Dodge Hurricane Joaquin

It sounds like your prayers have been answered.

Oct 01, 2015

Get Your Rain Boots Ready, Joaquin Might Be Dropping By

The weather experts say the worst case scenario could be ugly: “It is not out of the question that such a scenario could produce flooding on the scale of some of the greatest storms to ever affect the region, like Agnes in 1972.”

Sep 30, 2015

We’re Going To Get A Lot Of Rain, With Or Without Hurricane Joaquin

One thing is for sure: D.C. is in for a wet weekend.

 
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