Another Round Of Flooding Possible In NoVA, DC: Forecasters

WASHINGTON, DC — With Monday's flash flooding still fresh in our minds, round two could be coming our way. Forecasters expect another chance of heavy rain within a short time frame on Thursday, July 11.

The National Weather Service has issued a flash flood watch for parts of the region from 2 p.m. through late Thursday. This applies to the District of Columbia, Arlington County, Falls Church, Alexandria, Loudoun County, Fairfax County, Prince William County, Manassas and Manassas Park.

According to forecasters, showers and thunderstorms are headed our way Thursday afternoon and evening. "Torrential rainfall may lead to totals exceeding 2 inches in a short period of time," the NWS forecast says. "This may cause flash flooding of small streams and other poor drainage urban areas."

The Washington Post's Capital Weather Gang doesn't anticipate flooding as severe as Monday's storm. Forecasters call for "very heavy rain over a short period of time resulting in pockets of flash flooding."

A flash flood watch means conditions may develop leading to flash flooding. Residents should monitor forecasts should a flash flood warning be issued. If you encounter a flooded road, "turn around, don't drown."

In addition to the flash flood watch, a wider range of the region is under a slight risk of severe weather Thursday afternoon. The main concern will be damaging winds into the evening hours.

The good news is that pleasant weather should return before the weekend. The Capital Weather Gang calls for sunny skies with temperatures in the high 80s to low 90s from Friday to Sunday. There's just a small chance of showers late Sunday, but that gives you plenty of time to enjoy the weekend.