Public Information Statement
Issued by NWS Sterling, VA
Issued by NWS Sterling, VA
628 NOUS41 KLWX 041812 PNSLWX DCZ001-MDZ003-004-013-016-017-501>504-509-510-VAZ025>031-036>040- 050-051-053>057-501>508-526-527-WVZ050>053-055-501>506-050100- Public Information Statement National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC 212 PM EDT Fri Sep 4 2026 ...SEVERE WEATHER SAFETY RULES... Severe thunderstorms capable of producing damaging winds, large hail, and a few tornadoes are possible this afternoon into this evening across areas along and southwest of the Potomac River. Everyone should monitor this situation very closely and ensure your NOAA weather radios are set to alert mode. Severe weather warnings for imminent damaging storms may become necessary. Here are some safety rules to keep in mind when severe weather is expected or is occurring. If a warning is issued, seek shelter indoors immediately. Stay weather aware and where storms are. Be ready to seek a sturdy shelter if a Severe Thunderstorm Warning is issued. Also practice lightning safety. To be safer from lightning, you need to be in an enclosed shelter or vehicle. Stay tuned to NOAA weather radio, commercial radio, information sources from your phone, or television for the latest on this potential severe weather event. Additional weather information can be found at weather.gov/washington or weather.gov/baltimore. $$