Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 22 at 4:48PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 22, 2026 - 1:48pm
Expires:
June 22, 2026 - 2:30pm
Description:
At 447 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from near Fairfax to near Bull Run. Movement was
northeast at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and half inch hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Arlington, Alexandria, Centreville, Bethesda, Reston, Annandale,
Springfield, Fairfax, Vienna, Falls Church, Coral Hills, Mantua,
Pimmit Hills, Mclean, Nationals Park, Howard University, Gallaudet
University, American Legion Bridge, Fort Totten, and Reagan National
Airport.
This includes Interstate 270 in Maryland near mile marker 1.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with these storms.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
These storms may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio
stations and available television stations for additional information
and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 900 PM EDT for
District of Columbia...central Maryland...and northern Virginia.
Area Description:
District of Columbia; Central and Southeast Montgomery; Fairfax; Arlington/Falls Church/Alexandria; Central and Southeast Prince William/Manassas/Manassas Park
Forcast Office:
NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Sender: