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Friday, July 6, 2012

Weather Alert: Record-Breaking Heat in Pr. George's and Montgomery Counties

This weekend, forecasters predict that Prince George's and Montgomery counties will be hit with a wave of high temperatures reaching highs of 102 degrees.

If you’re still without power after last weekend’s storm, find an air-conditioned location to hang out this weekend, as forecasters are predicting record-breaking heat.  The entire region is under an excessive heat watch. The National Weather Service (NWS) is predicting temperatures may hit highs of between 99 and 102 degrees this weekend in locations throughout Prince George’s and Montgomery counties. But, it could feel like it's about 10 degrees warmer, as the heat index could reach anywhere from 110 to 115 degrees. The National Weather Service issued a heat advisory for Thursday, warning that heat illnesses may result and residents should to take precautions. In a hazardous weather warning, NWS indicated thunderstorms may hit tonight …

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Friday, June 29, 2012

Severe Storm Warning Friday Night

The National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Montgomery and Prince George's counties for Friday night, June 29. Power was reported out in wide areas.

Severe thunderstorms swept through Montgomery and Prince George's counties Friday night, June 29. Power was reported out in much of Pepco's coverage area.  The National Weather Service issued a warning at 9:42 p.m. -- an upgrade of an earlier severe thunderstorm watch. It was in effect until midnight. "Significant cloud to ground lightning and winds in excess of 75 mph have been reported with these storms. All outdoor activities should be postponed until these storms pass," the National Weather Service said. "Severe thunderstorms can produce tornadoes with little or no advanced warning. Residents are urged to seek safe shelter indoors until these storms pass, and remain alert for any additional warnings," the National Weather Service added…

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Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued Friday Evening for Montgomery County

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Lori Fuller

11:45 am on Saturday, June 30, 2012

My next door neighbor. They just closed on that house and moved in about a month ago. Smoke was billowing out of the eaves. Brand new windows busted out by the police and fire hose sprayed throughout - was shooting out the back door. All boarded up now. So sad. I hear another house further up the street had a tree fall across the front of the house, blocking the front door and garage. I'm going …   more ›

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