
Thanks to Charles for sending the super shot above: “The years first rainbow by my count and it’s a double.”
And thanks to Nora for sending the great shot below from Columbia Heights: (more…)

Thanks to Charles for sending the super shot above: “The years first rainbow by my count and it’s a double.”
And thanks to Nora for sending the great shot below from Columbia Heights: (more…)

From an email:
“After more than 18 years at The Washington Post, Capital Weather will formally announce its return to independence – and the official launch of its website capitalweather.com, newsletter, and mobile app – on Tuesday June 9.
Capital Weather began as a local weather blog in 2004, before partnering with The Washington Post and becoming the Capital Weather Gang in 2008. Led by a team of meteorologists, journalists, and communicators, Capital Weather is one of the nation’s largest regional weather communities.
The new independent platforms feature: (more…)

Thanks to Tom for sending over the weekend:
“A big ass Northern Water Snake in Klingle Valley!
Rock Creek is quite swollen: (more…)

Another 80+ degree day and this beast is still standing!! Amazing: (more…)

photo by angela n.
From NPS:
“The cherry blossoms are still holding at Stage 5: Puffy White. Peak Bloom could be here in a day or two. Please: (more…)

photo by Diane Krauthamer
From Alert DC:
“The National Weather Service has cancelled the Tornado Watch for the District of Columbia. Strong winds are still expected later this evening and may pose hazards. Please secure any loose items around your home or place of business.”
Standby for strong winds. Maybe.

photo by angela n.
From the Smithsonian:
“Due to inclement weather, today, Monday, Mar. 16, Smithsonian museums in the DC area including the National Zoo will close at 2 p.m. ET.”

photo from our archives, February 2025
From Pepco:
“Pepco is monitoring the forecast closely, and our crews and local contractors are prepared to respond.
What we’re doing: (more…)

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From Hank’s:
“Given the severe weather expected this afternoon, all Hank’s Oyster Bar locations, including Pasta Bar and Back Door Taco, will close at 2PM today and will not be open for dinner. (more…)

photo by Matthew Cullen
From OPM:
“Washington, DC Area
Applies to: Monday, March 16, 2026
Status: Early Departure — All Employees Must Depart No Later Than 2:00 PM
Early Departure — All Employees Must Depart No Later Than 2:00 PM (more…)