Maine father dies while rescuing 4-year-old son after they both fell in icy pond

Maine father dies while rescuing 4-year-old son after they both fell in icy pond

Maine father, Kevin Howell, tragically drowned after rescuing his 4-year-old son from icy waters. The pair fell through the ice while walking on Etna Pond. Howell managed to get his son onto a sheet of ice before succumbing to the cold.

Maine father, Kevin Howell, tragically drowned after rescuing his 4-year-old son from icy waters. The pair fell through the ice while walking on Etna Pond. Howell managed to get his son onto a sheet of ice before succumbing to the cold.

New forecast cone to be tested by National Hurricane Center during 2024 season

New forecast cone to be tested by National Hurricane Center during 2024 season

Studies and hurricane experts have warned since the early 2000s that the hurricane forecast cone is not doing its job as people often misinterpret the graphic.

Studies and hurricane experts have warned since the early 2000s that the hurricane forecast cone is not doing its job as people often misinterpret the graphic.

Rain prompts flood warnings for parts of DMV; snow possible for some overnight

Rain prompts flood warnings for parts of DMV; snow possible for some overnight

It’s a soggy Sunday across the DMV with dreary rain expected to hang around throughout the day and as colder temperatures move in overnight, it could transition to a rain/snow mix for some. 

It’s a soggy Sunday across the DMV with dreary rain expected to hang around throughout the day and as colder temperatures move in overnight, it could transition to a rain/snow mix for some. 

Soggy Sunday ahead with flood warnings, advisories in effect
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Soggy Sunday ahead with flood warnings, advisories in effect

It's a dreary, drizzly day across the DMV. By this afternoon into this evening, the region will see scattered showers on and off, with mountain snow is possible as the colder air takes over. Showers will end after midnight and Monday will be mostly cloudy with gusty winds.

It's a dreary, drizzly day across the DMV. By this afternoon into this evening, the region will see scattered showers on and off, with mountain snow is possible as the colder air takes over. Showers will end after midnight and Monday will be mostly cloudy with gusty winds.

Record-breaking heat in DC
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Record-breaking heat in DC

D.C. saw its first 80?F reading ever in January on Friday. FOX 5 meteorologist has the details and your weekend forecast.

D.C. saw its first 80?F reading ever in January on Friday. FOX 5 meteorologist has the details and your weekend forecast.

DC breaks January heat record

DC breaks January heat record

D.C. saw its first 80°F reading ever in January on Friday. 

D.C. saw its first 80°F reading ever in January on Friday. 

Ravens-Chiefs AFC Championship game weather forecast

Ravens-Chiefs AFC Championship game weather forecast

With rain in the forecast for the AFC Championship game, both the Chiefs and the Ravens will need to consider fewer passing plays and utilize their running backs.

With rain in the forecast for the AFC Championship game, both the Chiefs and the Ravens will need to consider fewer passing plays and utilize their running backs.

DMV enjoys rare January warm weather
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DMV enjoys rare January warm weather

Hopefully you were able to get outside and enjoy the weather. The sun was shining and the temps soared to 80 degrees. Fox 5 meteorologist Jen Delgado hit the streets to see how everyone was enjoying the day.

Hopefully you were able to get outside and enjoy the weather. The sun was shining and the temps soared to 80 degrees. Fox 5 meteorologist Jen Delgado hit the streets to see how everyone was enjoying the day.

Dense Fog Advisory for parts of DC region Friday

Dense Fog Advisory for parts of DC region Friday

Parts of the Washington, D.C. region are expected to see heavy fog throughout the Friday morning commute, causing the National Weather Service to issue a Dense Fog Advisory for some areas.

Parts of the Washington, D.C. region are expected to see heavy fog throughout the Friday morning commute, causing the National Weather Service to issue a Dense Fog Advisory for some areas.

Dense fog advisory issued for DC area

Dense fog advisory issued for DC area

Commuters should be cautious on the roads Thursday night as the National Weather Service has issued a dense fog advisory for the D.C. region. 

Commuters should be cautious on the roads Thursday night as the National Weather Service has issued a dense fog advisory for the D.C. region. 

Eating snow 'not worth the risk' of ingesting contaminants, health expert says

Eating snow 'not worth the risk' of ingesting contaminants, health expert says

One of the reasons why snow should be avoided as a food item involves its role as one of nature’s air filters. Here's why it can be dangerous to eat and some alternatives for kids.

One of the reasons why snow should be avoided as a food item involves its role as one of nature’s air filters. Here's why it can be dangerous to eat and some alternatives for kids.