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Weather Alert: Heavy rain hits DC area Saturday, sparking flood watch and postponed events
Storm Team4 is tracking rain for Saturday, March 23, 2024.
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Still peak bloom? NPS weighs in on cherry blossoms longevity
Time is potentially running out to see the cherry blossoms at peak bloom around the Tidal Basin. News4’s Juliana Valencia reports.
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Brush fires spread smoke across DC area amid high winds
Multiple brush fires burned near highways and homes Wednesday, sending smoke into the sky in the D.C. area.
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High winds raise fire concerns as brush burns in Montgomery County
Montgomery County Fire warned of the potential for more brush fires as a fire weather watch remains in effect for parts of the D.C. area. News4’s Juliana Valencia reports.
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Fastest cherry blossom bloom cycle on record
Storm Team4 Meteorologist explains how climate change contributes to the cherry trees reaching peak bloom earlier.
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Spring science: Why plants appear green
On this Science 4 Everyone, Storm Team4 Meteorologist (and Science Teacher!) Ryan Miller explains how sunlight helps create the vibrant colors of spring.
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Cherry blossom watch: DC's cherry trees reach puffy white, the last stop before peak bloom
The cherry blossoms near the Tidal Basin have reached stage four of six on their way to peak bloom, the National Park Service announced.
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DC's cherry trees may bloom earlier in the future. Here's why
The countdown to peak bloom is on, but when will we countdown in 2070?
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DMV experiences early spring weather
Spring is springing early this year with a warm start to March. Storm Team4 Meteorologist Amelia Draper has the details.
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Cherry blossom watch: DC's cherry trees reach blooming phase 4 of 6
The cherry blossoms near the Tidal Basin have reached stage three of six on their way to peak bloom, the National Park Service announced.
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Trees topple, tourist attractions close as windstorm moves through DC area
Gusts up to 50 mph caused closures on Sunday and brought trees down overnight in the D.C. area.
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Why you should prune your shrubs and trees
On this Science 4 Everyone, Storm Team4 Meteorologist (and Science Teacher!) Ryan Miller explains why plant pruning goes beyond garden aesthetics.
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Cherry blossoms reach 3rd of 6 stages toward peak bloom
The cherry blossoms near the Tidal Basin have reached stage three of six on their way to peak bloom, the National Park Service announced.
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Blossom Watch: DC cherry trees reach 2nd of 6 stages toward peak bloom
Cherry blossoms bloom in stages: green bud, florets visible, extension of florets, peduncle elongation, puffy white and full bloom.
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Behind the science of wastewater treatment at an Arlington County facility
Storm Team4 Meteorologist (and Science Teacher!) Ryan Miller explains the mechanical, biological and chemical processes used to treat sewage at the Arlington County Water Pollution Control Plant.
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DC cherry trees reach 1st of 6 stages toward peak bloom
“And we’re off!” D.C.’s cherry trees along the Tidal Basin have green buds, the National Park Service said Saturday morning. This means the beloved trees have reached the first of six stages as they move toward peak bloom this month. “Small green buds are appearing on the Yoshino cherry trees, marking the 1st of 6 stages on the way... -
When will DC's cherry blossoms reach peak bloom? Storm Team4 and National Park Service reveal predictions
We’re on cherry blossom bloom watch for 2024!