Weather

Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for Arlington as line of storms approach

Lightning over Langston Blvd and Metro 29 Diner (file photo)

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued for Arlington and other parts of the immediate D.C. area.

The watch is in effect until midnight.

Forecasters say a line of storms approaching from the west could bring damaging wind gusts, hail and frequent lightning. The line also spawned a likely tornado in Culpeper County.

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