Thunderstorm Wind in Alexandria (c) County, Virginia

Thunderstorm Wind May 16, 2025 · Alexandria (c) County, Virginia

64 mph

Estimated gust (56 kt)

$25K

Damage as recorded

Where the report was made, with tornadoes recorded within 15 miles over the years.

What the National Weather Service wrote

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

The wider storm

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.

Began near Alexandria (38.8210, -77.0862).

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 1250200. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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