Severe Storms Possible In Herndon Friday

HERNDON, VA -- There is a possibility of some strong to severe storms late this afternoon, particularly in areas west and north of the D.C. area. That includes Herndon.

ABC 7 meteorologist Alex Liggitt tweeted that the storms would most likely show up after 4 p.m., and damaging winds are the primary threat.

The National Weather Service predicts "isolated to scattered showers & thunderstorms" in the area, with some having the potential to become strong to severe. However, the worst of these storms will cross western Maryland and eastern West Virginia.

This storm threat happens just before a cold front moves into our area, bringing milder, more spring-like temperatures this weekend as well as some showers.

A few strong to severe storms may be possible after 4pm, especially N&W of the DC Metro. Damaging winds are the primary threat. Good day to have the #StormWatch7 App handy so you know if lightning is nearby or if an alert has been issued for your location https://t.co/hAah5WeHZ3 pic.twitter.com/131syLQjvT
— Alex Liggitt (@ABC7Alex) May 4, 2018

One more hot day expected today before a cold front crosses into the region this evening. Isolated to scattered showers & thunderstorms will develop ahead of the front, and some of these have the potential to become strong to severe, mainly across western MD and eastern WV. pic.twitter.com/8EoIxCQqrU
— NWS DC/Baltimore (@NWS_BaltWash) May 4, 2018

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