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Effects of Sahara Dust Cloud to Reach DC This Weekend
Storm Team4 Meteorologist Amelia Draper looks into the giant dust plume that has traveled more than 5,000 miles from the Sahara and is now affecting parts of the Southeast U.S. We could see a small am... -
Showers, Thunderstorm Possible Thursday Afternoon
A few passing showers and an isolated thunderstorm are possible in the D.C. area on Thursday afternoon. The morning will be a better time to get outside or run errands. Clouds will increase through th... -
Flooding a Concern as Storms Move Through
Some scattered storms are bringing heavy rainfall to the D.C. area Tuesday night, primarily west of the District. A flash flood warning is in effect for Loudoun County, Virginia, and Frederick County,... -
Lightning and Storm Safety Awareness
Lightning is erratic and unpredictable. Storm Team4’s Amelia Draper reports on how to stay safe during a storm.
Weather Stories
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Severe Storms Bring Gusty Winds, Hail, Lightning
Severe weather moving through the D.C. region is bringing lightning and strong winds that are taking down trees Monday evening. A flash flood warning has expired for Prince George’s, Baltimore and Howard counties in Maryland. Severe thunderstorm warnings previously issued for parts of Maryland and Virginia have expired. Stay on top of all wea... -
Father's Day Brings Muggy Weather, Chance of Storms
Storm Team4 is tracking a chance for isolated showers and storms Sunday evening. Father’s Day was muggy with temperatures reaching the 80s. Meteorologist Somara Theodore says the chance for any storms will continue through sunset and with that comes a concern for flooding. As a reminder, if you encounter a flooded area while driving, turn aro... -
Solutions for Growing Renewable Energy, Tackling Climate Change
Globally, this May tied as the warmest on record, and 2020 already has a good shot to be the warmest year on record. Storm Team4 Meteorologist Amelia Draper reports there are some feasible solutions to tackling our climate crisis.
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A Longer Mosquito Season in Store for DC
Mosquitoes thrive in warm, humid weather, making D.C. the perfect fit for the insect. Storm Team4 meteorologist Amelia Draper explains why a longer mosquito season is expected this year.
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Air Quality in the Region Is Better Than Usual This Year
This is the longest the District has gone without an air quality warning. Storm Team4’s Amelia Draper explains the cause for the improved air quality.
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Oceans Spitting Microplastics Into the Air We Breathe Via Sea Spray
It’s estimated that every year 8 million metric tons of plastics enter our oceans, and once in the water, plastic never fully breaks down. Storm Team 4 Meteorologist Amelia Draper reports.
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Rare Great White Shark Sighting Off Ocean City
A fishing crew off the coast of Ocean City, Maryland, got a rare glimpse of a great white shark. Storm Team4 Meteorologist Amelia Draper reports.
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Life on the International Space Station
Storm Team4 Meteorologist Amelia Draper takes a look at what it’s like to live on the International Space Station.
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Heavy Rain Douses DC Area; Water Rescues Reported
Heavy rain moved through the D.C. area Friday evening, flooding roadways in some areas. The region was under a flash flood watch, and flood warnings were issued. One to 3 inches of rain was expected in some places with water rising quickly on roadways. There are reports of water rescues across the area, according to Storm Team4 Chief Meteorologist ... -
Storms Injure 2 National Guard Members, Down Trees, Flood DC Area
Two National Guard members were injured when lightning struck near them in Washington, D.C., amid storms Thursday night in the D.C. area that downed trees and flooded rives. The storms brought heavy rain, thunder, lightning and damaging winds. A severe thunderstorm watch for the area expired at 10 p.m., but then a new warning was issued for parts o... -
New Tools for Hurricane Forecasting
Storm Team4 Meteorologist Amelia Draper reports on new tools used in hurricane forecasting.
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Wednesday Will Be DC's First 90 Degree Day of 2020
June 3 is set to be D.C.’s first 90 degree day of 2020. Storm Team4’s Amelia Draper provides some pointers on how to stay safe in the heat as summer kicks off.
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Severe Thunderstorm Watches Canceled in DC Area
Severe thunderstorm watches for north and west of D.C. were canceled Friday evening. Severe thunderstorm watches had been in effect in parts of Howard, Loudoun and Montgomery counties. A severe thunderstorm warning was in effect in parts of Frederick County and later expired. Go here to see all weather alerts. A cold front will arrive Friday nigh...
