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Thunderstorm Wind — Alexandria (c), Virginia

2025-05-16 · near Alexandria, Alexandria (c), Virginia

$25K
Property damage
56 EG
Magnitude

Event narrative

Numerous trees and wires blew down in the City of Alexandria resulting in widespread power outages.

Wider weather episode

A line of thunderstorms developed over western Maryland and eastern West Virginia, then significantly gathered strength as it moved east into the I-95 corridor. Destructive winds, very large hail, and a tornado were observed with some of the most intense storms. Additional thunderstorms in a weakening but still severe state crossed the Appalachians overnight.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1250200. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.