DC could see first 90-degree day of August as heat returns

Summer heat is making a comeback on Tuesday, with hot and humid conditions that could push temperatures to 90 degrees for the first time this month in the D.C. region.

Southeast Wisconsin historic flooding, recovery and cleanup underway

Southeast Wisconsin saw historic and dangerous flooding this past weekend (Aug. 9-10). Catastrophic flooding has impacted Milwaukee, Wauwatosa, Waukesha, and other surrounding communities.

DC heat wave: 8th-warmest year on record, 12th-hottest summer

Another heat wave is on the way for states on the East Coast. After a weekend of low humidity and highs in the 80s, we're heading into the sixth heatwave of the year for the Washington DC area.

DC weather: Sunny & warm weekend
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A sunny and warm weekend across the D.C. region with dry skies and temperatures in the 80s!

Wildfire smoke brings light haze to DC area Thursday

A touch of wildfire smoke is expected to drift over the Washington, D.C., region Thursday, bringing a slight haze but no major air quality concerns.

Watch out: Flood-damaged cars may hit the market after DMV's wet summer

All of that flash flooding we’ve seen this summer isn’t just dangerous for people—it’s potentially harmful for cars too. 

Experts confirm longest-ever lightning flash: Here's where

The massive lightning flash was captured several years ago, covering a record-setting distance to earn the distinction as the world’s longest.

Slight haze Wednesday as wildfire smoke drifts toward edge of DC region

You may notice a slight haze in the sky on Wednesday across the D.C. area as smoke from Canadian wildfires brushes the region's edge.

Mild Wednesday in DC with isolated showers possible
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It will be a mild Wednesday in the Washington, D.C. region with highs in the low-80s and the possibility of isolated showers.

Atlantic hurricane season enters peak months as fourth named storm forms

As we enter August, the Atlantic Hurricane Season really begins to ramp up. The National Hurricane Center says on average, 86% of named storms happen after August 2.