Montgomery County is under a Flood Watch until 8 p.m. Wednesday as the National Weather Service warns of the potential for flash flooding caused by heavy rainfall.
Forecasters expect showers and thunderstorms throughout the afternoon and early evening. Some storms may produce intense rainfall of 1 to 2 inches per hour, with isolated areas receiving up to 3 inches in a short period. This could lead to rapid rises in creeks, streams, and poor drainage areas, especially in urban parts of the county.
A Flood Watch has been issued until 8PM this evening with flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall possible. 1 to 2 inches of precipitation in an hour is expected within thunderstorms with localized amounts up to 3 inches possible. Turn around, don't drown! #MDwx #DCwx #VAwx pic.twitter.com/RTRzyPo8yW
— NWS Baltimore-Washington (@NWS_BaltWash) June 18, 2025
Emergency officials urge residents to remain alert and prepare for changing conditions. Excess runoff may flood low-lying areas and make roadways impassable.
Residents are advised to monitor local weather updates and be ready to act if a Flash Flood Warning is issued.
For flood safety tips, visit weather.gov/safety/flood.
