Rainbow, Sunset Produce Spectacular Photo Op
Mother nature treated us to some spectacular sights last night. Following a prolonged period of rain yesterday, the sun came out just in time to produce an extraordinary golden sunset and a...
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Crews Prepare for Possible October Snowfall
The "S" word has been on the lips of many in the metro area this week. That's right, much to the chagrin of many residents, there's a slight chance we'll get a rare October...
Photos: Four Mile Run Flooding in Arlington
Despite dozens of flooded basements and a couple of thousand Dominion customers without power, Arlington was largely spared the flooded roads and swift water rescues that took place elsewhere in...
UPDATED: Flash Flood Warning Extended
Update at 11:25 p.m. -- A flood warning has been issued for the area, through 5:00 a.m. Another flash flood warning has been issued for Arlington and the surrounding area. Heavy rains and...
TRAFFIC ALERT — Flooding Slows Evening Commute
Update at 7:45 p.m. -- Adding to the misery on the roads: more than 2,600 Dominion customers are without power in Arlington. Many of the outages are concentrated in the area of Route 50 and...
Arlington Assisting with Water Rescues in Fairfax County
Update at 6:25 p.m. -- Another ACFD unit has been dispatched to a swift water rescue at the intersection of Braddock Road and Little River Turnpike in Lincolnia. Update at 4:50 p.m. -- At this...
Flooding in D.C. Jams 14th Street Bridge
(Updated 12:50 p.m.) The 14th Street Bridge is jammed heading into the District as flooding has blocked several major arteries into the city. DDOT has reported the ramp to I-395 eastbound is...
Flash Flood Warning Issued
A flash flood warning has been issued as heavy rain and thunderstorms continue to move through the area. Forecasters warn that already-saturated ground may lead to flooding, especially in...
Three-Vehicle Accident on Southbound I-395
Update at 1:15 p.m. -- Another accident has occurred on the same stretch of highway. One minor injury has been reported. As seems to happen quite often during heavy rains, an accident has occurred...
Heavy Rain Prompts Flood Watch
A line of heavy rain showers is on its way out of moving through the area, leaving behind big puddles of water on local roads. Meanwhile, more rain from the remnants of Tropical Depression Lee is...
Flash Flood Watch Issued
A flash flood watch has been issued for Arlington and the rest of the D.C. region due to showers and thunderstorms expected to arrive in the area later today. The National Weather Service says one...
Morning Notes
That's a Lot of Rain -- WJLA meteorologist Ryan Miller crunched the numbers and determined that about 587 million gallons of rainwater fell on Arlington during yesterday's storms....
Flash Flood Watch Issued
You'll probably want to pack an umbrella this morning. Numerous downpour-producing storms are expected to hit the Washington area this afternoon and evening. Forecasters are warning that the...
Pack an Umbrella This Morning
A line of showers and thunderstorms will be rolling through the area within the hour. The storms are not expected to be severe, but the rain could make driving treacherous. If you're not already...
Flood Watch Takes Effect Tonight
A flood watch will take effect at 6:00 tonight as heavy rains move into our area from the southwest. A steady, soaking, all-day rain and and gusty winds should make for an unpleasant Thursday....
