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Published June 7, 2013 at 4:00PM | Updated June 9, 2013 at 5:29PM

The storm has been dumping rain on the region all day, and even heavier rains and stronger wind gusts are expected during the evening commute.

Tonight’s outdoor showing of “Risky Business” in Rosslyn has been cancelled due to the weather. Meanwhile, the soaking rains and wind might be responsible for knocking down power lines along N. Pershing Drive in the Ashton Heights area. Pershing is currently closed between Lincoln and Monroe Streets while police and firefighters wait for Dominion Power crews to repair the lines.

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NWS Issues Flood Watch

By Katie Pyzyk

Published February 26, 2013 at 10:45AM | Updated February 26, 2013 at 3:41PM

Update at 3:35 p.m. — Although the weather remains rainy and windy, the National Weather Service has canceled the flood watch.

A flood watch has been issued for Arlington and the surrounding areas in light of the heavy rains that are predicted for this afternoon.

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Very Heavy Rain, Thunderstorms Possible Tonight

By ARLnow.com

Published January 30, 2013 at 11:20AM

A cold front will bring high winds, heavy rain and possible thunderstorms tonight.

A Flash Flood Watch is in effect for Arlington and the D.C. region and Arlington County just issued the following alert.

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Flood Warning Issued for Arlington, Region

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Published June 1, 2012 at 5:37PM | Updated June 1, 2012 at 7:13PM

The National Weather Service has issued a flash flood Arlington for the region, specifically mentioning Arlington as an area that might be impacted by heavy rains from a line of thunderstorms.

THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN STERLING VIRGINIA HAS ISSUED A

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County Prepping for Possible Snow on Sunday

By Katie Pyzyk

Published February 17, 2012 at 1:42PM | Updated February 20, 2012 at 2:32PM

Forecasters have been predicting some sort of precipitation on Sunday, but it’s unclear whether it will be mainly snow or rain. As is often the case in our area, weather models are changing by the hour. Don’t get your hopes up for a repeat of the Presidents Day Blizzard of 2003 — but do plan on the chance of the season’s most significant snowfall.

In advance of the possible storm, the Arlington County Department of Environmental Services has issued a Phase 1 Alert, meaning crews will pre-treat roads with salt or brine as necessary. They’re also preparing snow removal equipment and personnel for the weekend.

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Rainbow, Sunset Produce Spectacular Photo Op

By ARLnow.com

Published December 28, 2011 at 8:30AM

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 vivid double rainbow.

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Crews Prepare for Possible October Snowfall

By Katie Pyzyk

Published October 28, 2011 at 3:45PM

Coincidentally, Arlington County started its annual snow training this week. Workers have been hooking up trucks, doing some trial runs and making sure all equipment is ready for the season.

Water, Sewer and Streets Bureau Chief Operating Engineer Dave Hundelt said, “Conveniently we get a random forecast for flurries or light rain/snow and overnight temps right near freezing for this weekend.”

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Photos: Four Mile Run Flooding in Arlington

By ARLnow.com

Published September 9, 2011 at 10:00AM

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 Northern Virginia.

In fact, Arlington firefighters were able to help out neighboring jurisdictions like Falls Church, Fairfax County and Alexandria during the worst of flooding last night.

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UPDATED: Flash Flood Warning Extended

By ARLnow.com

Published September 8, 2011 at 8:35PM | Updated September 9, 2011 at 9:33AM

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.

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TRAFFIC ALERT — Flooding Slows Evening Commute

By ARLnow.com

Published September 8, 2011 at 7:12PM | Updated September 8, 2011 at 7:46PM

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 Carlin Springs Road. Several traffic lights are reported to be dark as a result.

Thanks to today’s heavy rain, and the resulting flooding in Alexandria, Fairfax County and the City of Falls Church, tonight’s commute can only be described as nightmarish.

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Arlington Assisting with Water Rescues in Fairfax County

By ARLnow.com

Published September 8, 2011 at 3:14PM | Updated September 8, 2011 at 6:25PM

Arlington County fire truck (file photo)

Update at 4:50 p.m. — At this point we’ve heard at least ~~three~~ four ACFD units dispatched to assist with swift water rescues.

Several squads from the Arlington County Fire Department have been dispatched to Fairfax County to assist with swift water rescues.

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Flooding in D.C. Jams 14th Street Bridge

By ARLnow.com

Published September 7, 2011 at 12:46PM

(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 closed at the 14th Street Bridge due to high standing water. Traffic is being directed onto 14th Street. As a result, major delays have formed across the bridge here in Virginia.