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UPDATE: Severe Storms Expected for D.C. Region

Friday commuters may contend with heavy rain and strong winds on their way home.

Update, 1:55 p.m. A tornado watch has been issued for Montgomery County, the District of Columbia, and neighboring counties until 9 p.m. Friday. See the NOAA alert for more details about which counties are included in the tornado watch.

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Commuters may find themselves driving home in bad weather this evening. Don't forget to check Patch's live traffic map to see where accidents have blocked intersections.

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The National Weather Service is warning of severe thunderstorms likely to develop this afternoon and evening, with heavy rain and strong winds. There is also a possibility of large hail, isolated tornadoes, and flash flooding in the region.

More updates to come as the storms draw closer.

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