Remnants of Hurricane Isaias are expected to bring rain, heavy at times, to the District today (October 11). Localized flooding is possible. Sign up for weather alerts from @AlertDC and know how to respond: 🌧️ Flood Watch = Be Ready Flooding is possible. Review your household emergency plan and monitor weather updates. Sign up for free emergency alerts at alert.dc.gov. 🌊 Flood Warning = Take Action Flooding is occurring or expected to begin soon. If you are in a flood-prone area, move to higher ground and follow instructions from local officials. Never walk, bike or drive through floodwater. If a road is flooded, turn around. Find more preparedness tips at ready.dc.gov. #DCwx

Heading to one of the District's exciting weekend events? Stay aware of your surroundings. If you see anything out of the ordinary, tell event staff or call 9-1-1. Learn more and report suspicious activity online: iwatch.dc.gov If you see something, say something.

DC is under a Heat Alert until Friday, September 11 at 8 AM. Daytime temperatures will feel like 95°F or hotter. Overnight temperatures may feel like 80°F or hotter. You can beat the heat by: ✅ Staying in air-conditioned or shaded areas. ✅ Taking frequent breaks while working outside. ✅ Drinking lots of water, even if you don't feel thirsty. Visit heat.dc.gov for more information.

Recovery efforts from last night’s storm are ongoing & we're coordinating w/ @DDOTDC, @DCDPW, @DCDGS, @311DCgov, @PepcoConnect & others. If you've previously reported a downed tree to 311, pls avoid making a 2nd report. District crews are working hard to address all reports!

DC is under a Heat Alert until Friday, September 4 at 8 AM. Daytime temperatures will feel like 95°F or hotter. Overnight temperatures may feel like 80°F or hotter. You can beat the heat by: ✅ Staying in air-conditioned or shaded areas. ✅ Taking frequent breaks while working outside. ✅ Drinking lots of water, even if you don't feel thirsty. Visit heat.dc.gov for more information.

The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for the District until 5:00 PM tonight, September 2nd. Heavy rain and high winds are possible. Take time to prepare. Visit ready.dc.gov for more.

DC is under a Heat Alert until Wednesday, September 2 at 8 AM. Daytime temperatures will feel like 95°F or hotter. Overnight temperatures may feel like 80°F or hotter. You can beat the heat by: ✅ Staying in air-conditioned or shaded areas. ✅ Taking frequent breaks while working outside. ✅ Drinking lots of water, even if you don't feel thirsty. Visit heat.dc.gov for more information.

The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Watch for the District of Columbia until 10:00 PM tonight (August 20). A Tornado Watch means that tornadoes are possible in the area. Strong winds may cause downed trees or branches, localized power outages, and damage to homes and buildings. BEFORE A TORNADO: - Secure loose outdoor objects like trash cans, outdoor furniture, and other items that could become dangerous flying debris during a tornado. - Charge your phone and other communication, medical, or assistive devices in case of a power outage. - Identify a safe space to shelter if a Tornado Warning is issued. DURING A TORNADO: - Go to the nearest sturdy building. If you're not near a building, enter the nearest Metro station. - Move to an interior room on the lowest floor if possible. STAY AWAY from windows. Visit ready.dc.gov/pages/hazard-to… for tornado safety tips. #dcwx

Numerous storms are expected this afternoon and evening (August 20), including during the evening commute. Damaging winds of 55-70 MPH, isolated tornadoes and heavy rain are possible. Prepare: 📱Turn on Wireless Emergency Alerts in your cell phone settings and sign up for AlertDC (alert.dc.gov) 🛑 Never travel through flooded roads or trails 🍂 Clear gutters and drains ⚽️ Secure loose balcony and patio items Learn more about storm preparedness: ready.dc.gov

The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for the District until 4:45 PM today, August 10, with heavy rain, pea-sized hail, and wind gusts of up to 60 MPH. Go inside a sturdy building or shelter. Pull over and park in a safe place if driving. Get weather updates: alert.dc.gov.

The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for the District of Columbia until midnight tonight, August 2. Heavy rain may produce flash flooding. NEVER travel through flooded roads or trails.

Report storm damage like downed trees and branches by calling 3-1-1 or visiting 311.dc.gov.

The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Warning for the District of Columbia until 9:30 PM tonight, July 28. Heavy rain may produce flash flooding. NEVER travel through flooded roads or trails.

The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Watch for the District of Columbia until 10:00 PM tonight (July 28). A Tornado Watch means that tornadoes are possible in the area. Strong winds may cause downed trees or branches, localized power outages, and damage to homes and buildings. BEFORE A TORNADO: - Secure loose outdoor objects like trash cans, outdoor furniture, and other items that could become dangerous flying debris during a tornado. - Charge your phone and other communication, medical, or assistive devices in case of a power outage. - Identify a safe space to shelter if a Tornado Warning is issued. DURING A TORNADO: - Go to the nearest sturdy building. If you're not near a building, enter the nearest Metro station. - Move to an interior room on the lowest floor if possible. STAY AWAY from windows. Visit ready.dc.gov/pages/hazard-to… for tornado safety tips. #dcwx

The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for the District until 10:00 PM today, July 21. Heavy rain, large hail, isolated tornadoes and flooding are possible. Take time to prepare: visit ready.dc.gov. #dcwx

A Code Purple air quality alert has been issued for DC. During a Code Purple alert, the risk of health effects is increased for everyone. DC HSEMA is monitoring the impact of Canadian wildfire smoke on the region. Check airnow.gov/dc for air quality updates. Limit time outside during periods of poor air quality.

DC is under a Heat Alert until Friday, July 17 at 8:00 AM. Temperatures will feel like 95°F or hotter. You can beat the heat by: ✅ Staying in air-conditioned or shaded areas. ✅ Taking frequent breaks while working outside. ✅ Drinking plenty of water, even if you don't feel thirsty. Visit heat.dc.gov for more information, including free places to keep cool.

DC is under an Extreme Heat Alert until Thursday, July 16 at 8:00 AM. Daytime temperatures will feel like 105°F or hotter. Overnight temperatures may feel like 80°F or hotter. Limit time outside if possible. Drink lots of water and look out for signs of heat stroke and heat exhaustion, like dizziness and nausea. Check on neighbors and pets. Call 9-1-1 if you or a neighbor need help. Visit heat.dc.gov for more information, including free places to keep cool.