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Marooned motorists, transport woes after morning floods in DC area
Roads are being cleared, but the heavy rain Sunday night and Monday morning caused many problems in the D.C. area, including blocked roads and half-submerged cars. Thunderstorms gave way to localized flash flooding Monday and caused large pools of standing water in the D.C. area.
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Don’t be ‘that’ driver: How to avoid a water rescue
After torrential rains, first responders in the D.C. region have been rescuing stranded drivers. Here are some tips to avoiding requiring a water rescue.
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Weather terms to know for every season, from ABC News meteorologists
For anyone who wants to know what all those weather patterns and the names used to describe them mean, here’s a short glossary of common weather terms for every season
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Photos: National Cherry Blossom Festival Parade
Temperatures reached the 80s Saturday as participants and spectators alike crowded along the National Mall for The National Cherry Blossom Festival Parade. As of 3 p.m., streets that were closed in light of the festivities began reopening. See photos of the event.
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Spring slumps as cold front crosses DC area overnight Saturday
A cold front is moving in on the D.C. area, and some parts of the region have seen a few flurries, flakes and raindrops. Little to no accumulation is expected and the sunshine is expected to return Sunday.
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Fireworks for Cherry Blossom Festival, low temperatures threaten blooms
Petalpalooza, formerly known as the Southwest Waterfront Fireworks Festival, may be the last time to see the cherry blossoms at their peak, due to weather forecasts.
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Chance of April (snow) showers for DC region
There could be snowfall April 7, but according to meteorologists, the showers will contain more rain than snow for most parts of the D.C. region. Snowfall is relatively rare for April but not unheard of in the D.C. area.
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Strong winds to blow through the DC area into the evening
Stout winds roughed up the D.C. region Wednesday afternoon, and they’re expected to continue as the sun sets. A wind advisory remains in effect until 7 p.m. Gusts of 45 mph were recorded at Reagan National Airport. A cold Wednesday night will give way to a chilly, breezy Thursday.
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Spring snow falls in parts of DC region
Isn’t winter supposed to be over by now? Evidently not. April snow has been spotted in counties north and west of the D.C. area. Here’s what you need to know.
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How much snow fell during Wednesday’s spring snowstorm?
The D.C. area is cleaning up after one of the biggest spring snowstorm’s in the area’s history. Roads are in fairly good shape although there are several closings and delays. Here’s what you need to know as the clean up continues.
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How many times has snow coated DC area on March 21?
When it comes to snow in March, it’s not that uncommon in the D.C. area. But how about on March 21, when the region is supposed to have sprung into spring and cherry blossom blooms are on the horizon?
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Snow’s cold aftermath could make for tough nighttime, morning drives
The spring snow is leaving the area, tapering to snow showers across the region that are predicted to end around midnight. But dropping temperatures will likely cause slick road surfaces in the nighttime and into the morning.
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Revelers gather for a spring day snowball fight at the National Mall
On the first full day of spring, a group of people gathered at the National Mall for a snowball fight.
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Rethink energy: What you can know with snow
As snow falls, keep an eye on your roof and the roofs of surrounding homes. Even a little snow can tell a lot about the energy efficiency of a home.
4 weeks ago -
PHOTOS: Springtime snowstorm 2018
As the East Coast rubbed its eyes in disbelief at the stunning forecast for Wednesday, Mother Nature showed she was in no rush for warm weather. Here are sights from around the region.
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