An extremely strong cold front will sweep towards the coast throughout the day bringing strong winds, thunderstorms, hail, and tornadoes to a widespread area throughout several states. Maryland, Delaware, Virginia, and DC are included.

Residents should stay tuned to local media outlets throughout the day in order to stay abreast of pending severe weather.

The warm air ahead of the front has moved into the area overnight. The winds are expected to really pick up around 1 PM and may be persistently gusty for up to 12 hours. Be alert for downed limbs, blown objects, and possible power outagesl

Today: Windy with morning showers evolving to a steady, soaking rain for the afternoon hours. High 67F. Winds S at 20 to 30 mph. Chance of rain 70%. Rainfall around a quarter of an inch. Winds could occasionally gust over 40 mph.

Tonight: Windy…strong thunderstorms during the evening will give way to partly cloudy skies after midnight. Damaging winds with some storms. Low 33F. W winds at 20 to 30 mph, decreasing to 10 to 20 mph. Chance of rain 90%.

Tuesday: Mostly sunny skies. High 44F. Winds WNW at 10 to 20 mph.