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August 17, 2016 | Staff Writer

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NWS Issues Flood Watch for Montgomery County

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a flash flood watch for Montgomery County from 4 p.m. today until 3 a.m. on Friday, August 18. According to the NWS, thunderstorms with heavy rainfall are expected today and tonight. Rainfall rates of one to two inches per hour are possible. Flash flooding may occur on small […]

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August 16, 2016 | Staff Writer

National Weather Service Issues Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Montgomery County

The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for Montgomery County from now until midnight. Damaging winds and hail are the primary threats, according to the NWS watch.  Wind gusts up to 70 mph and large hail may occur. Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Montgomery County until 11:00 pm. More info: https://t.co/nkO5Nl34PS #mocofair #mdwx — […]

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August 16, 2016 | Staff Writer

National Weather Service Issues Heat Advisory for Montgomery County; Brookside Gardens to Close Early

UPDATE 8/16/16 11:00 a.m. Montgomery Parks to close the Wings of Fancy butterfly exhibit at Brookside Gardens at 1 p.m. today due to the heat. Ticket sales close at noon. #WingsOfFancy #BrooksideGardens closes at 1 pm today due to heat advisory. Last tickets sold noon. #MoCoParks pic.twitter.com/iJHDFTnXN0 — Montgomery Parks (@MontgomeryParks) August 16, 2016 ORIGINAL […]

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August 12, 2016 | Staff Writer

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National Weather Service Issues Heat Advisory; Brookside’s Butterfly Exhibit to Close Early

With a heat index predicted to hit about 105 degrees, the National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory in effect from noon to 8 p.m. today for Montgomery County. The advisory means that a period of high temperatures is expected in our area. According to the NWS advisory, the combination of high temperatures and […]

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July 28, 2016 | Sonya Burke

National Weather Service Issues Severe Thunderstorm Watch for MoCo

The National Weather Service has issued  a severe thunderstorm watch for Montgomery County from now until midnight. Damaging winds are the primary threat, according to the NWS watch. SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH is in effect for Montgomery County until midnight tonight. https://t.co/dnS6zGOMFS #mdwx — MC Emergency Mgt (@ReadyMontgomery) July 28, 2016

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July 25, 2016 | Staff Writer

Five Things to Know Today, July 25, in Montgomery County

Here are five things to know today, July 25, in Montgomery County: 1. The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory today from noon until 8 p.m.  The Heat Index may reach 109 degrees. 2. The Democratic National Convention takes place this week in Philadelphia and three Montgomery County Councilmembers have been elected to […]

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July 24, 2016 | Sonya Burke

National Weather Service Issues Heat Advisory for Montgomery County

The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for Montgomery County that is effective from noon – 8 p.m. on Monday, July 25. According to the Advisory, temperatures are expected to be in the mid 90s to around 100. A Heat Advisory means that a period of high temperatures is expected. The combination of […]

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July 18, 2016 | Sonya Burke

National Weather Service Issues a Severe Thunderstorm Watch and Warning for Montgomery County

UPDATED 3:45 p.m. The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Montgomery County until 4:30 p.m. According to the warning, damaging winds may cause some trees and large branches to fall. Localized power outages are also possible. MoCo Weather Alert – SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING til 430p – strong winds, downpours, thunder & lightning […]

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July 14, 2016 | Staff Writer

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National Weather Service Issues a Heat Advisory

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a heat advisory from noon – 8 p.m. today for eastern Montgomery County. Affected areas include Bethesda, Rockville, Gaithersburg and Silver Spring. The advisory means that a period of high temperatures is expected in our area. According to the NWS advisory, the combination of high temperatures and high […]

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July 14, 2016 | Maureen Chowdhury

Five Things to Know Today, July 14, in Montgomery County

Here are your five things to know today, July 14, in Montgomery County: 1. Temperatures could hit near 100 degrees today according to the National Weather Service forecast. 2. The Montgomery County Board of Education will hold a closed session today to receive legal advice regarding the Study of Choice and Special Academic Programs. 3.  Music […]

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