7News First Alert
Coverage of 7News First Alert in the Nexus archive.
- Warm, humid weekend ahead before rounds of storms return to DC area
The D.C. area will experience warm, humid conditions Saturday with isolated afternoon showers and thunderstorms. Storms are expected to intensify Sunday and Monday as a cold front and low pressure system approach, bringing potential severe weather, heavy rain, and gusty winds. The active weather pattern is projected to continue through the week with daily chances of showers and thunderstorms.
- Heat index hit 110 in DC region to kick off July Fourth heat wave
The DC region experienced a heat index of 110 on July 2, 2026, marking the start of a heat wave with record-breaking temperatures, including 102°F at Reagan National Airport. Extreme heat warnings are in effect through the Fourth of July, with cooling centers opening and potential storms forecasted for later in the week.
- Dangerous heat bears down on DC area to open July
A dangerous heat wave is affecting the D.C. region, with temperatures potentially reaching 103°F and heat indices exceeding 107°F. Heat advisories are in effect until Sunday, and similar extreme heat is impacting parts of Michigan, Illinois, Ohio, and other states, prompting cooling centers and event cancellations.