Washington, D.C. – A powerful storm system has caused significant rainfall across the Mid-Atlantic, with up to 4 inches falling in parts of Maryland and New Jersey. The heavy rain has triggered flash flooding, especially around Washington, D.C., and coastal New Jersey. The National Weather Service reports that areas like Takoma Park and Silver Spring received over 3 inches of rain in just 24 hours, ending this morning.
According to the National Weather Service’s Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center, Saturday’s downpours triggered flash flooding that affected areas in both the D.C. and coastal New Jersey regions. The worst-hit locations included Takoma Park (3.50 inches) and Wall Township in New Jersey (3.28 inches). In response, scattered storms are expected to continue today in parts of Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York, but much lighter rainfall is forecasted, with amounts ranging between 0.25 and 0.50 inches.
Travelers should be cautious of possible localized flooding, particularly in areas still recovering from Saturday’s intense rainfall. The rain has caused disruptions on roadways and in some neighborhoods in Silver Spring, Potomac, and Jackson Township. With cooler and drier conditions expected by Tuesday, conditions should improve for the affected areas.
Warnings and advisories may continue into the evening, and residents should stay alert for any updates from local authorities. The weather will likely stabilize over the next 48 hours, offering relief for the region.
