Virginia
Debby’s remnants hit DMV LIVE updates: Tornado Watches for entire area; Flash Flood Warnings issued
7AM UPDATE
WASHINGTON – TORNADO WATCHES are in effect for the entire DMV and FLASH FLOOD WARNINGS are in place for parts of the region on Friday as the remnants of Debby bring heavy rains, flash flooding and damaging winds.
TORNADO WATCH FOR:
DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
MARYLAND COUNTIES INCLUDED ARE
ANNE ARUNDEL BALTIMORE CALVERT
CAROLINE CARROLL CECIL
CHARLES DORCHESTER FREDERICK
HARFORD HOWARD KENT
MONTGOMERY PRINCE GEORGES QUEEN ANNE`S
SOMERSET ST. MARYS TALBOT
WICOMICO WORCESTER
MARYLAND INDEPENDENT CITIES INCLUDED ARE
BALTIMORE CITY
VIRGINIA COUNTIES INCLUDED ARE
ACCOMACK ARLINGTON CAROLINE
ESSEX FAIRFAX FAUQUIER
KING AND QUEEN KING GEORGE KING WILLIAM
LANCASTER LOUDOUN MIDDLESEX
NORTHUMBERLAND PRINCE WILLIAM RICHMOND
SPOTSYLVANIA STAFFORD WESTMORELAND
VIRGINIA INDEPENDENT CITIES INCLUDED ARE
ALEXANDRIA FAIRFAX FALLS CHURCH
FREDERICKSBURG MANASSAS MANASSAS PARK
ADJACENT COASTAL WATERS INCLUDED ARE
DELAWARE BAY WATERS NORTH OF EAST POINT NJ TO SLAUGHTER BEACH DE
DELAWARE BAY WATERS SOUTH OF EAST POINT NJ TO SLAUGHTER BEACH DE
CHESAPEAKE BAY NORTH OF POOLES ISLAND MD
CHESAPEAKE BAY FROM POOLES ISLAND TO SANDY POINT MD
CHESAPEAKE BAY FROM SANDY POINT TO NORTH BEACH MD
CHESAPEAKE BAY FROM NORTH BEACH TO DRUM POINT MD
CHESAPEAKE BAY FROM DRUM POINT MD TO SMITH POINT VA
TIDAL POTOMAC FROM KEY BRIDGE TO INDIAN HEAD MD
TIDAL POTOMAC FROM INDIAN HEAD TO COBB ISLAND MD
TIDAL POTOMAC FROM COBB ISLAND MD TO SMITH POINT VA
PATAPSCO RIVER INCLUDING BALTIMORE HARBOR
CHESTER RIVER TO QUEENSTOWN MD
EASTERN BAY
CHOPTANK RIVER TO CAMBRIDGE MD AND THE LITTLE CHOPTANK RIVER
PATUXENT RIVER TO BROOMES ISLAND MD
TANGIER SOUND AND THE INLAND WATERS SURROUNDING BLOODSWORTH
ISLAND
CHESAPEAKE BAY FROM SMITH POINT TO WINDMILL POINT VA
RAPPAHANNOCK RIVER FROM URBANNA TO WINDMILL POINT
DELAWARE COUNTIES INCLUDED ARE
KENT NEW CASTLE SUSSEX
PENNSYLVANIA COUNTIES INCLUDED ARE
ADAMS BERKS BRADFORD
BUCKS CARBON CHESTER
COLUMBIA CUMBERLAND DAUPHIN
DELAWARE JUNIATA LACKAWANNA
LANCASTER LEBANON LEHIGH
LUZERNE LYCOMING MONROE
MONTGOMERY MONTOUR NORTHAMPTON
NORTHUMBERLAND PERRY PHILADELPHIA
PIKE SCHUYLKILL SNYDER
SULLIVAN SUSQUEHANNA UNION
WAYNE WYOMING YORK
645AM UPDATE
Tornado Warnings for all parts of DMV have expired. Flash Flood Warnings have been issued for parts of D.C., Maryland, and Virginia.
The National Weather Service in Sterling Virginia has issued a
* Flash Flood Warning for…
Northwestern District of Columbia…
South Central Montgomery County in central Maryland…
Arlington County in northern Virginia…
Northeastern Fairfax County in northern Virginia…
The Western City of Alexandria in northern Virginia…
The City of Falls Church in northern Virginia…
* Until 945 AM EDT.
* At 637 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing
heavy rain across the warned area. Between 0.5 and 1 inch of rain
has fallen. The expected rainfall rate is 3 to 5 inches in 1 hour.
Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are possible in the
warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin
shortly.
HAZARD…Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
SOURCE…Radar.
IMPACT…Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban
areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as
other poor drainage and low-lying areas.
* Some locations that will experience flash flooding include…
Arlington… Alexandria…
Bethesda… Annandale…
Springfield… Vienna…
Groveton… Falls Church…
Mantua… Fort Belvoir…
Pimmit Hills… Mclean…
American Legion Bridge… Rosslyn…
Potomac… Burke…
Oakton… Lincolnia…
Tysons Corner… Franconia…
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Turn around, don`t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Move to higher ground now. Act quickly to protect your life.
640AM UPDATE
The National Weather Service has issued Tornado Warnings for parts of Maryland and Virginia as the remnants of Debby hit the Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia regions with heavy rains, flash flooding and damaging winds.
A TORNADO WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 645 AM EDT FOR EAST
CENTRAL FAIRFAX AND THE SOUTHWESTERN CITY OF ALEXANDRIA…
At 639 AM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located over I395 and I495 Interchange, or over Springfield,
moving north at 55 mph.
HAZARD…Tornado.
SOURCE…Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT…For those in the direct path of a tornado touchdown, flying
debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter.
Damage to roofs, siding, and windows may occur. Mobile
homes may be damaged or destroyed. Tree damage is likely.
This dangerous storm will be near…
Annandale around 645 AM EDT.
Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include North
Springfield, Hayfield, and West Springfield.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.
630AM UPDATE
VIRGINIA TORNADO WARNING
The National Weather Service in Sterling Virginia has issued a Tornado Warning for…
Southern Arlington County in northern Virginia…
Southeastern Fairfax County in northern Virginia…
East central Prince William County in northern Virginia…
The southwestern City of Alexandria in northern Virginia…
* Until 645 AM EDT.
* At 622 AM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located near Woodbridge, moving north at 55 mph.
HAZARD…Tornado.
SOURCE…Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT…For those in the direct path of a tornado touchdown,
flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Damage to roofs, siding, and windows may occur.
Mobile homes may be damaged or destroyed. Tree damage is
likely.
* This dangerous storm will be near…
Springfield, Groveton, Fort Belvoir, Woodbridge, Burke, Lorton,
Franconia, Hybla Valley, and Newington around 625 AM EDT.
Alexandria, Annandale, Huntington, Lincolnia, and I395 and I495
Interchange around 630 AM EDT.
Mantua around 635 AM EDT.
Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include
Hayfield, North Springfield, Mount Vernon, West Springfield,
Ravensworth, Mason Neck, and Potomac Heights.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.
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MARYLAND TORNADO WARNING
…A TORNADO WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 630 AM EDT FOR
NORTHWESTERN CHARLES COUNTY…
At 622 AM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located near Woodbridge, moving north at 45 mph.
HAZARD…Tornado.
SOURCE…Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT…For those in the direct path of a tornado touchdown, flying
debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter.
Damage to roofs, siding, and windows may occur. Mobile
homes may be damaged or destroyed. Tree damage is likely.
Locations impacted include…
Bryans Road, Potomac Heights, Marbury, and Rison.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.
If a tornado or other severe weather is spotted, report it to the
National Weather Service or your local nearest law enforcement agency
who will send your report. This act may save lives of others in the
path of dangerous weather.
6AM UPDATE
A TORNADO WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 615 AM EDT FOR WEST
CENTRAL CHARLES COUNTY…
At 602 AM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located over Fairview Beach, moving north at 40 mph.
HAZARD…Tornado.
SOURCE…Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT…For those in the direct path of a tornado touchdown, flying
debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter.
Damage to roofs, siding, and windows may occur. Mobile
homes may be damaged or destroyed. Tree damage is likely.
This tornadic thunderstorm will remain over mainly rural areas of
west central Charles County, including the following locations…
Nanjemoy.
Debby’s remnants hit DC live updates: Tornado Warning remains in effect
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.
Tornadoes are extremely difficult to see and confirm at night. Do not
wait to see or hear the tornado. TAKE COVER NOW!
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Speaking before the General Assembly, Youngkin said Virginia is strong both financially and economically, arguing his budget keeps that momentum going as his term comes to an end.
Addressing lawmakers, Youngkin presented what he described as a turnaround for the commonwealth. “It’s a story of transformation, a story of promises made and promises kept,” Youngkin said.
The governor credited his administration with record business investment, job growth, and strong revenue. He said Virginia is in a better position now than it was four years ago.
“The pace has been fast, and the progress has been significant,” Youngkin said.
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“Revenue growth that is driven by record economic development, record job growth, strong consumer, and giving me great confidence in the future of Virginia,” he said.
Youngkin said his plan funds key priorities, including education, public safety, health care, tax relief, and child care, while keeping Virginia competitive for business.
“The net of it is a budget that is structurally sound. A budget that can take Virginia into the future and keep her soaring,” Youngkin said.
Youngkin is now asking lawmakers to adopt his budget framework as negotiations begin, with debate shifting to the General Assembly and the incoming governor’s administration.
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In a release shared by the governor’s office on Tuesday, Dec. 16, Gov. Glenn Youngkin announced the Safe Kids, Strong Families roadmap, which aims to strengthen child safety, expand permanency and support the Commonwealth’s child welfare workforce. The initiative is a collaboration between the governor’s office and a coalition of state, local and community partners.
The proposed $50 million investment from the governor’s budget would go toward several key objectives in the plan. The roadmap builds on several initiatives to strengthen child safety and permanency that were launched since 2022.
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Publisher Alfred A Knopf announced on Tuesday that more than half the sales for Nobody’s Girl came out of North America; in the US, the book is now in its 10th printing after an initial run of 70,000 copies. Giuffre’s book, co-written by author-journalist Amy Wallace, was published in early October.
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Within weeks of Giuffre’s book being published, King Charles III stripped Mountbatten-Windsor of his remaining titles and evicted him from his royal residence.
Mountbatten-Windsor has long denied Giuffre’s claims but stepped down from royal duties after a disastrous November 2019 BBC interview in which he attempted to rebut her allegations.
He paid millions in an out-of-court settlement in 2022 after Giuffre filed a civil suit against him in New York. While he didn’t admit wrongdoing, he acknowledged Giuffre’s suffering as a victim of sex trafficking.
This week Giuffre’s family expressed their “deep disappointment” after the Metropolitan police announced Mountbatten-Windsor will not face a criminal investigation in the UK over allegations against him.
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