Another round of severe storms pounds DC region

Severe storms ripped across the D.C. region on Tuesday, downing trees, damaging property, and knocking out power to thousands in what’s become a familiar summer pattern.

DC heat wave: How to beat the heat in DC, Maryland and Virginia

The National Weather Service issued an extreme heat warning from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. with heat index up to 110 °F for the D.C. area Monday. The extreme heat watch continues on Tuesday and Wednesday, with the potential for another warning.