Montgomery Community Media

Emergency crews received more than 100 calls across the county Friday evening regarding weather-related incidents. Between the hours of 5-6:30 p.m., fire and EMS personnel were called for numerous brush fires, collisions, and fallen trees due to high winds and inclement weather. According to the National Weather Service, gusts of more than 50 miles per […]

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a winter weather advisory for Montgomery County between the hours of 7 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Monday. NWS is expecting an accumulation of around 1 to 3 inches of snow. In the afternoon, snow may mix with sleet before changing to rain as temperatures rise above freezing […]

Ready or not, summer storm season is upon us. The Atlantic Hurricane and Summer Storm Season began on July 1 and government organizations are recommending that Montgomery County residents brush up on what to do to prepare for severe storms. The National Weather Service, Montgomery County’s Office of Emergency Management and Homeland Security, and the […]

The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous weather outlook warning for the Washington D.C. area this evening. According to NWS, commuters can expect severe thunderstorms and damaging wind gusts this evening. Officials also warn that the heavy rains can lead to flash flooding, and are urging drivers to use caution heading home Tuesday. Be […]

UPDATED The tornado watch has expired but a severe thunderstorm and flash flood warning has been issued for Montgomery County. Fire and Rescue Spokesperson Pete Piringer reports several vehicles are stranded in high water and water rescues are ongoing. Firefighters have been dispatched to several house fires that may have been ignited by lightning. ————————————– […]

UPDATED The watch has been canceled. ORIGINAL POST The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Tornado Watch for Montgomery County effective immediately. Be prepared. Tornadoes can form from severe thunderstorms with little or no advanced warning. Know your safe room in your home, at school, and at work. Do not use highway overpasses as […]

Severe thunderstorms are rolling through Montgomery County and the National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a tornado warning for Montgomery County until 3:30 p.m. According to NWS, a tornado watch is in effect until 9 p.m. Flash flood watches have also been issued and there are reports of hail and lightning. Sign up for Alert […]