Flood advisories were in effect as a dozen states were at risk of severe storms, tornadoes and hail. Some areas could see 2 months' worth of rain.

WASHINGTON — A slow-moving weather system that dumped up to 5 inches of rain in some parts of the DMV is causing widespread flooding from Northern Virginia through the District of Columbia and into western Maryland and West Virginia, prompting extended flood warnings and disrupting communities along the Potomac River and its tributaries.

A storm stretching 1,000 miles along the Eastern Seaboard will bring the western Carolinas some of their heaviest rain since the remnants of Hurricane Helene.

Parts of North Carolina still recovering from Helene could see 5 inches of rain. Flash flooding concerns strecthed into Pennsylvania.

Multiple trails and areas have closed temporarily in Shenandoah National Park due to hazardous conditions from recent weather.

Rain will continue to develop and move into Virginia today with some embedded thunder possible. There is a Marginal Risk for severe storms with damaging wind gusts.

Top stories and weather in Richmond, Virginia on May 15, 2025

Devastating flooding impacted parts of Maryland and Virginia and also trapped more than 200 students and teachers.

Showers and storms will redevelop Wednesday afternoon and evening. There is a Marginal Risk for severe storms (1/5).