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WEATHER ALERT: Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for Arlington

By ARLnow.com
Storm arriving in Ballston on June 11, 2026 (courtesy Leslie K.)

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued for Arlington, Falls Church and much of the D.C. area.

The watch is in effect until 10 p.m. Forecasters say strong storms with damaging winds, hail and even ”a couple” of tornadoes are possible tonight.

More from the National Weather Service:

Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued August 27 at 3:17PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM 3:17 P.M. TO 10 P.M. EDT THURSDAY.

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