Washington, D.C. – Residents across the D.C. metro area could face flash flooding through 11 p.m. Monday as slow-moving thunderstorms dump heavy rain on urban streets and low-lying neighborhoods.
According to the National Weather Service, a Flood Watch remains in effect for the District of Columbia, much of central Maryland, and northern Virginia, including Fairfax, Loudoun, and Arlington counties. Storms developing this evening could produce rainfall rates of up to 2 inches per hour, overwhelming drainage systems and swelling creeks and streams.
High-risk areas include Montgomery and Howard counties in Maryland, where runoff from already saturated ground could lead to rapid flooding. In Northern Virginia, local roads near the Potomac River and flood-prone neighborhoods in Alexandria and Falls Church should be monitored closely. Drivers are urged to avoid water-covered roadways and use alternate routes when possible.
If you live near a stream or in a known floodplain, have a go-bag ready and monitor local alerts. Urban centers like Baltimore and D.C. are especially vulnerable due to poor drainage in older infrastructure.
Flood threats could persist into the overnight hours. Stay tuned to local alerts, and prepare to act quickly if warnings are issued.
