![]() | MESOSCALE DISCUSSION 0318 NWS Storm Prediction Center Norman OK 0250 PM CDT Wed Apr 01 2026 AREAS AFFECTED...Northern Virginia...central/eastern Maryland...far southern Pennsylvania CONCERNING...Severe potential...Watch possible VALID 011950Z - 012145Z PROBABILITY OF WATCH ISSUANCE...40 percent SUMMARY...Isolated to widely scattered storms may develop and move east off of the Blue Ridge. Isolated wind damage may occur with the strongest storms. Limited coverage of stronger activity limits confidence in the need for a watch this afternoon. Trends will be monitored. DISCUSSION...The morning sounding from Dulles showed a rather modest moist layer. Accordingly, ....... more |