Tornado watch issued for areas northeast of DC

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A tornado watch has been issued for areas northeast of Washington, D.C., the National Weather Service says.

The areas under watch include Baltimore, Howard, and Anne Arundel Counties in Maryland until 1 a.m. Sunday.

There is also a severe thunderstorm watch, which has been expanded and includes the D.C. metro area as well as immediate surrounding counties until 11 p.m. Saturday night.

There is a severe thunderstorm warning now northern Prince George's, Anne Arundel, and Calvert Counties through Saturday evening.

The National Weather Service says severe thunderstorms are expected late through Saturday night.

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