More than five inches fell in some suburbs of the capital. The authorities in Maryland rescued dozens of people, including some who were stranded in their cars.

As 27 million Americans are under severe thunderstorm and flood watch on Wednesday, a line of strong storms packing intense rainfall is threatening the Mid-Atlantic.

Flood Watch issued by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington due to excessive rainfall, with potential flash flooding in DC, MD, VA, and WV. Heavy showers expected; weekly forecast includes thunderstorms and high humidity.

"Stranded", was how Piringer described those inside the building on the 7900 block of Meadowbrook Lane and inside the Meadowbrook Local Park

Severe storms swept through the D.C. region Monday afternoon, triggering flash flooding and dangerous conditions for drivers across Virginia, Maryland and the District.

Late-day storms capped off the start of the workweek with heavy rain pounding the D.C. region in the middle of the afternoon rush and reports of water rescues in the Tysons area.

The National Weather Service has issued more than 3,000 flash flood warnings nationwide so far in 2025, marking the highest number on record for this time of year since tracking began in 1986. And the DMV region is far from exempt.

Flash floods, damaging winds, and relentless rain have recently turned streets across the D.C. region into hazards. And with more storms in the forecast, knowing how to respond when a weather alert hits your phone can make all the difference.

"2025 has been the year of the flood," said WPLG-TV meteorologist Michael Lowry in a July 15 email to USA TODAY. "The tragic July 4th flooding in central Texas – the deadliest flash flood in at least 50 years in the U.S. – punctuated what’s been an especially bad year for flooding across the country."

A dramatic shelf cloud loomed over the Washington DC area as severe storms brought flash flood and thunderstorm warnings. The striking weather phenome