Flash Flood Warning Issued for DC Metro Area

NWS map shows area in deep red under a Flash Flood Warning Saturday

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The National Weather Service on Saturday has issued a Flash Flood Warning for the DC Metro area. The area includes Alexandria, Arlington, Falls Church, Fairfax County and the District of Columbia.

The Flash Flood Warning is in effect until 5:30 p.m. Saturday.

The weather service advises:

• Turn around...don’t drown by driving into flooded roads or roads that have been closed.
• Be very careful driving as some roads will be closed...and large ponds of water...even on large interstates will increase your loosing control of your vehicle.
• The weather service also advises to drive slowly and not let children play near flood waters.
• If you are in a low area or near a drainage ditch or small stream, expect rapid rises.

A Flash Flood Warning is issued when a flash flood is imminent or occurring, according to the National Weather Service. If you are in a flood-prone area, the NWS advises that you move immediately to high ground. A flash flood is a sudden violent flood that can take from minutes to hours to develop. It is even possible to experience a flash flood in areas not immediately receiving rain.