Despite the weakening of the storm’s impact across the district, Maryland, and Virginia, officials still see severe impacts to consumer transportation and power throughout the region. Here is the latest.
Despite the weakening of the storm’s impact across the district, Maryland and Virginia, officials still see a severe impact on transportation and power for consumers across the region. Here is the latest.
- amtrak train stopped Passengers who spent more than four hours in Virginia told WTOP.
- Response to storm damage Continue in the DC metropolitan area.
- Over 7,000 people lost power Part of the Maryland suburbs of northern Virginia and Washington, DC.
- Hundreds of reports at local airports flight delays and cancellations in the storm.
Officials said Friday night’s storms caused significant damage in Prince George and Montgomery counties in Maryland, with roofs off district buildings, several trees and power lines downed, and hail in northern Virginia. After the rain, we are reporting on ongoing cleanup operations.
Although the wind and rain have subsided and much of the area is dry, the impact on local commuters and families is still being felt.
Amtrak passengers continue to be hit by the storm, causing trains to be delayed at least four hours between Fairfax and Manassas. As of 9:55 p.m., Amtrak announced that at least three of its trains (Crescent Train 19, Train) were in service. 171and train 66 — Remains stopped near Burke, Virginia while debris is on the tracks.
WTOP has reached out to Amtrak for more information on the weather delay. A spokesman said a tree appeared to have fallen on the tracks, but there was no information as to when the stranded train would be moved or diverted.
Meanwhile, homeowners and residents in the area are dealing with local storm debris. Vito Maggiolo, D.C. Fire and EMS spokesman, said authorities have responded to several reports of damage, including a tree crashing into a home along Bragden Avenue in northwest D.C.
“A tree pushed through the second floor. Fortunately, the occupants were able to escape unscathed,” Maggiolo told WTOP, adding that other buildings in the area have been evacuated since the storm began. He added that he does.
“A lot of trees fell,” he said. “Many of them are in vehicles.”
WTOP’s Matt Kaufax was at the scene of the accident along Massachusetts Avenue near Observatory Circle. A large tree fell over an SUV in the district during a storm. Fortunately, the driver was not injured, officials said.
Damaging rain and wind caused continuous power outages in Virginia, affecting approximately 1,000 Dominion Energy customers in Loudoun County, nearly 1,300 homes and businesses in Fairfax County, and nearly 1,000 in Fairfax. impacted.
Pepco said 2,500 people were without power in Prince George County, Maryland, and 700 homes in Montgomery County were without power. About 1,000 customers in Washington DC are still in the dark.
Severe weather has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for parts of Prince George and Charles counties, Maryland, and Stafford, Fairfax, and Prince William counties, Virginia, by 7:30 p.m. in Washington, D.C. Some were concerned about the possibility of flash flooding. Parts of Prince George County, Maryland, and parts of Arlington and Alexandria Counties, Virginia, ended at 7:15 p.m. as the weather maker moved southeast out of the area.
Thankfully, after a night of severe weather, Saturday will be free of severe weather for a few hours before storms again enter the forecast, said WTOP meteorologist Mike Steinford.
“Saturday looks to be fairly quiet, but thunderstorms are possible, mainly after sunset,” Steinford said.
Showers and an afternoon thunderstorm are also expected on Sunday, extending the drought-hit summer’s rain respite.
forecast
Saturday morning: Partly cloudy at night. Bass is early to mid 70’s.
Saturday: Partly sunny but muggy with a storm in the afternoon. The highest value is in the early to mid 90’s.
Sunday: Partly sunny with showers and afternoon thunderstorms. Highest in the late 80’s.
Monday and Tuesday: Hot and humid with thunderstorms in the afternoon and evening. The highest value is in the early to mid 90’s.
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Kate Corliss and Carlos Ramirez of WTOP contributed to this report.
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