Showers, gusty winds, thunderstorms possible Wednesday across DC region

Grab an umbrella! The D.C. region is in for a round of wet weather with waves of showers in the morning, gusty winds, and the possibility of thunderstorms later in the evening.

Texas wildfires force brief shutdown of US nuclear weapons facility

Texas wildfires forced the temporary shutdown of Pantex, the U.S. main assembly and disassembly site for its atomic bombs.

Why is it so hot?

These three things may explain why the U.S. is experiencing such warmer weather.

Cherry Blossoms may bloom early as winter ends warm in DC region

This winter is on pace to be one of the warmest in D.C. history, while nationally it could end up being the top five warmest winters on record.

Which US counties are most at risk of tornado damage?

The central and southern U.S. have the highest tornado risk, according to FEMA, but major cities have the highest total expected dollar loss.

7-day weather forecast with some upcoming warmer temperatures
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FOX 5's Gwen Tolbart has your seven day weather forecast and what to expect with upcoming warmer temperatures and potential rain.

FOX 5 Weather forecast with Stephen Graddick
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Whoa! Watch out Tucker Barnes! Stephen Graddick obviously knows a thing or two about doing the weather! Check out Stephen?s Friday forecast and a look ahead to the weekend!

Pollen season marches toward peak activity across southern US

Forecast models continue to show above-normal temperatures continuing through early March and likely beyond for a large part of the Lower 48.