Severe Storms Cause Widespread Power Outages and Tree Damage Across Washington‑DC Metro Area

Overnight on July 6, 2026, strong thunderstorms swept through the Washington‑DC metropolitan region, including Montgomery County, Maryland, Virginia and the District of Columbia. High winds knocked down numerous trees and power lines, prompting emergency responses. In Montgomery County, crews responded to multiple incidents such as a fallen tree on a house on Clarksburg Road in Damascus and downed wires on Bethesda Church Road. Pepco reported that 1,591 customers in the Olney area lost power.

In Reston, Virginia, a massive oak tree was ripped from the ground and crashed onto a parking structure at an apartment complex, destroying four parked vehicles. Similar damage was documented in Middletown, Maryland, where a collapsed structure and scattered debris were observed from the air. Across the region, thousands experienced power outages, road closures and property damage. No injuries were reported. Authorities warned that additional thunderstorms could bring more wind gusts, heavy rain and localized flooding, urging residents to stay weather‑aware as cleanup efforts continue.