From the National Weather Service:
“Winter Storm Warnings are now in effect across most of the region, with advisories across central Virginia.”
And here is a picture of the Logan Circle Whole Foods:
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Photo by Flickr user 46137
This event was scheduled well before yesterday’s brouhaha.
From Alert DC:
“The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for Washington DC from late Tuesday night into Wednesday Morning for an accumulation of 2 to 4 inches of snow.”
From DPW:
“The National Weather Service is forecasting a wintry mix of snow, sleet and rain overnight on Tuesday, continuing through Wednesday morning. The DC Snow Team will fully deploy with more than 200 heavy and light plows starting at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday to pretreat treat all National Highway System, primary, secondary and residential routes within the District. Residents and motorists can register to receive important weather alerts from the District on their devices by signing up for AlertDC at alertdc.dc.gov.
“While Tuesday is technically the first day of spring, Mother Nature doesn’t seem ready to let go of winter just yet,” said Department of Public Works (DPW) Director Chris Shorter. “To prepare for the potential of several inches of snow, the DC Snow Team will fully deploy on Tuesday to pretreat all District roads and be ready to plow as necessary.”
To prepare for the snow and Wednesday morning commute, residents are encouraged to heed the following tips: (more…)
Photo by PoPville flickr user Erin
From the National Park Service at 4:47pm Monday:
“Using recent temperature data, the current progression of the blooming phases, and the weather forecast for the next ten days, the National Park Service is forecasting the start of the peak bloom period of the cherry blossoms will now occur during March 27-31. On March 1, the peak bloom was projected to start between March 17 and 20. While the mathematical models still show the blossom reaching peak on March 18, this week’s cooler than forecast temperatures have necessitated moving the projection to the last week of March.
Peak bloom occurs when 70% of the Yoshino cherry trees, the most abundant of the 12 species around the Tidal Basin and East Potomac Park, are in bloom. (more…)
Photo by PoPville flickr user John Sonderman
From Alert DC:
“The National Weather Service has issued a Coastal Flood Warning until 4 PM for the southwest water front in the District of Columbia, Arlington County, and the City of Alexandria. Tides are expected to be 2-3 feet above normal at high tide which is approximately 12:00 noon.
District of Columbia Impact: Flooding is expected for the unprotected areas on the Southwest Waterfront at the DC Seafood Market and Hains Point.”
“Dear PoPville,
I thought you would like to see the tree that’s still being suspended by power lines on the corner of Hamilton St. NW and North Capitol. Power went out on the lower half of the block (closer to New Hampshire Ave) Friday sometime between 8-10am. A crane, Pepco and some tree experts showed up Saturday afternoon to inspect the situation, with the only progress being that they cut the power on the rest of the block. Tree guys and Pepco said they didn’t know what to do, and that the specific power line the tree landed on was an intersection of power down N. Capitol. They said they hope to have it fixed by Wednesday (!!!) but they’re not sure. (more…)
Just How Powerful was Wudgement Day? “The basketball court at Bruce Monroe Park literally blew away”
Georgia and Columbia Road, NW
Whoa. Thanks to Waseem for sending the shot above and Chris the shot below:
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hahaha thanks to seeingjoyfully for sending:
“Houses and trees are falling down, power is out everywhere, the gov’t is closed and this Post-It note on our neighborhood mailbox tree is STILL THERE.”
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New Jersey and Morgan St, NW photo by Adam L.
Alert DC reports:
“PEPCO is now reporting power outages throughout the District of Columbia affecting 42,880 customers at this time. To report downed power lines and outages, call 1-877-737-2662.”
Piney Branch & Blair Rd NW photo by Stephen
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Photo by PoPville flickr user Tim Brown
When they said wind was coming they weren’t kidding.
Update for D.C. workers:
“The DC Government is offering unscheduled leave today in light of the wind storm. All essential employees must report to work.”
“All DC Public School Parent & Teacher Conferences scheduled for today are canceled.”
From Alert DC:
“United States Office of Personnel Management reports federal offices in the Washington, DC area are CLOSED. Emergency and telework-ready employees required to work must follow their agency’s policies, including written telework agreements.”
“The D.C. Government will open on-time today Friday, March 2, 2018.”
“Pepco reports scattered power outages in the area of New Hampshire Ave. and Crittenden St. NW. Currently 2,286 customers are affected. If affected or for more information, contact Pepco at 1-877-737-2662.” (more…)
Photo by PoPville flickr user Joe Flood
From ALERT DC:
“The National Weather Service has extended the High Wind Warning from Friday, 3/2/2018 12:00 AM to Saturday, 3/3/2018 6:00 AM EST for the District of Columbia and the surrounding area.
Winds will be from the NW 25 to 40 mph with gusts around 60 to 70 mph. The strongest winds will be Friday morning through Friday evening.
Downed trees, power lines, and widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.” (more…)