Thunderstorm Wind — Fairfax, Virginia

2025-05-16 · near Wellington, Fairfax, Virginia

Direct deaths

$250K

Property damage

65 EG

Magnitude

Event narrative

Hundreds of trees and branches blew down on George Washington Memorial Parkway near Morningside Lane, blocking the roadway for three days. One tree fell onto a vehicle, killing the occupant.

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 1250203. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.