Sterling, VA – A flood watch is in effect for Thursday evening to Friday afternoon.
The Flood Watch continues for The Washington and Baltimore Metropolitan areas, most of Maryland, northern and central Virginia, and portions of eastern
West Virginia. Widespread rain is expected tonight and showers are expected
Friday. Rainfall amounts around 1 to 2 inches are most likely, but locally higher amounts around 3 to 4 inches are possible. Soils remain saturated due to recent rainfall, so excess runoff from the rain will cause the potential for flooding of small
streams, creeks, and urban areas. Flooding along larger streams and rivers will also become possible as the event progresses.
Instructions: A Flood Watch means there is a potential for flooding based on current forecasts. You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.
The target area includes Anne Arundel, Calvert, Charles, Prince George’s and St. Mary’s.