Watch live: Tornado Warnings issued in Maryland, Virginia

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The Storm Prediction Center (SPC) has placed the entire DMV under a level 2 out of 5 risk for severe weather.

CHARLES COUNTY, Md. — As scattered storms roll through the DMV, a tornado warning has been issued for Northwestern Charles County in Southern Maryland. 

The Storm Prediction Center (SPC) has placed the entire DMV under a level 2 out of 5 risk for severe weather.

Power Outages: 

There are no reported power outages connected to the storm as of 4:15 p.m. 

Damages:

It is important to know how to prepare and stay safe during severe weather. There are several ways you can make sure you are ready.

  • High winds regularly down trees and heavy branches in the DMV region, so avoid standing or walking under tree canopies.
  • Be supplied: Have medical equipment, medical supplies or any critical medications on hand and enough for 5-7 days.  
  • Figure out how and where everyone will meet up with each other if you get separated. 
  • Sign up for text alerts/weather warnings that may be offered by your locality. 
  • Secure garbage cans, lawn furniture or anything that could cause damage.

Peggy Fox with Dominion Energy gives tips for how to stay safe.

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