D.C. region
Coverage of D.C. region in the Nexus archive.
- Severe storms, flooding threat target DC region Sunday
The D.C. region expects multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms through Sunday night, with high heat index values near 90 and severe weather threats including damaging wind gusts and flash flooding. Highs will reach the mid to upper 80s, but drier air is anticipated on Tuesday.
- Why is enrollment across DC-area school districts falling?
Declining enrollment is presenting difficulties for public school districts across the D.C. area, leading Prince William County School Board members to halt plans for a potential new high school. Experts cite declining birth rates, migration patterns, and housing costs as key factors contributing to fewer students enrolling in public schools. Multiple Virginia divisions, including Fairfax, Prince William, and Loudoun, reported substantial drops in student enrollment compared to previous years.
- Flood watch, strong storms possible in DC area Wednesday as vicious weather continues
A flood watch is in effect for the D.C. region through Wednesday morning as heavy rainfall and thunderstorms threaten localized flooding. The National Weather Service warns of potential severe storms later in the week, with high temperatures and humidity contributing to unstable weather conditions.
- Severe storms, flash flooding possible in D.C. area as wet pattern settles in
A slow-moving storm system is bringing multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms to the D.C. region through Monday, with potential for severe storms, damaging wind gusts, and flash flooding. The National Weather Service and 7News First Alert Meteorologist Mark Peña warn of heavy rain concerns, particularly west of Interstate 95, with unsettled weather persisting into the middle of the week.
- Eyes to the Skies: August features partial eclipses of the sun and moon
August 2026 features partial eclipses of the sun and moon, including a solar eclipse visible in the D.C. region on August 12, which will obscure 1% of the sun. The month also highlights the peak of the Perseid meteor shower and optimal viewing of the Milky Way. Celestial events include planetary alignments and the star Algol reaching minimum brightness.
- Strong storms pound DC region, bringing tornado and flooding risk
The D.C. region is under a tornado watch and flood risk as severe storms bring tornado warnings for parts of Virginia and Maryland. Flash flood warnings and severe thunderstorm alerts are active in multiple counties, with storms expected to subside by midnight. WTOP meteorologist Mike Stinneford warns of damaging winds, hail, and potential tornadoes.
- DC area faces severe storm risk. Damaging winds, hail possible
The D.C. region faces a severe storm risk Tuesday with damaging winds, hail, and potential tornadoes. A heat alert is active due to temperatures in the upper 80s to near 90, creating hazardous conditions for commuters.
- Tropical air mass brings severe thunderstorms, flooding to DC region
A tropical air mass is causing severe thunderstorms and flooding in the D.C. region, with warnings for heavy rainfall, high winds, and lightning. The National Weather Service has issued severe thunderstorm and flash flood warnings for multiple counties in Maryland and Virginia, with rain rates up to 2-3 inches per hour and potential power outages.
- Dangerous heat bears down on DC area to open July
A dangerous heat wave is affecting the D.C. region, with temperatures potentially reaching 103°F and heat indices exceeding 107°F. Heat advisories are in effect until Sunday, and similar extreme heat is impacting parts of Michigan, Illinois, Ohio, and other states, prompting cooling centers and event cancellations.
- Tony Pierce: A top workplace runs on culture, cornhole and AI
Tony Pierce, partner at Akin Gump, emphasizes culture, AI adoption, and workplace activities like cornhole tournaments to lead a top D.C. workplace. He promotes in-office collaboration and views AI as essential for legal innovation, while fostering employee engagement through events and ice cream machines.
- DC region could be hit with stormy weather
The D.C. region is expected to experience stormy weather on Saturday with afternoon thunderstorms and flash flood risks along I-66 and Route 50. Sunday will see scattered showers and storms, while Monday promises mostly sunny and warmer conditions. Outdoor event attendees are advised to monitor weather updates.
- How mom and dad are helping the DC area’s first-time buyers
First-time homebuyers in the D.C. region are increasingly relying on parental assistance for down payments and homebuying costs, with parents offering inheritance as gifts or charging rent to help children save. Real estate agent Eldad Moraru notes that 20% down payments can eliminate mortgage insurance, improving affordability, but cautions against pushing children into unaffordable homes.
- Muggy heat may give way to heavy showers, turbulent afternoon storms in DC region
The D.C. region faces a severe thunderstorm watch with potential damaging winds up to 68 mph and heavy rain, which may alleviate drought conditions but risk road flooding. Showers are expected to linger overnight, with cooler temperatures following on Tuesday.
- Dangerous heat and severe storm risks move into DC region
The D.C. region is experiencing dangerous heat with highs in the 90s and a heat index up to 105, followed by severe storms expected in the afternoon, prompting a level 2 risk from the Storm Prediction Center.
- DC needs to stay storm aware for incoming hurricane season
The Atlantic hurricane season has begun, with the National Hurricane Center forecasting a 'somewhat below normal' 2026 season. Despite lower activity, Michael Brennan, director of the National Hurricane Center, warned the D.C. region to remain vigilant due to risks like heavy rainfall, flooding, and rip currents from distant storms. The 2025 season saw three Category 5 hurricanes, the most in decades.