Five Things to Know Today, July 3, in Montgomery County

Here are five things to know today, July 3, in Montgomery County:

1. The National Weather Service has issued a weather alert for Hurricane Arthur. A flash flood watch is in effect for Montgomery County.

2. A Potomac house was struck by lightning last night.

3. Over one million motorists are expected to travel on area roadways this Fourth of July weekend.

4. The American Red Cross needs blood donations this summer.

5. Coconut, cork and rice are underfoot at Lakelands Park in Gaithersburg.

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