Severe Thunderstorm Warning in Effect for Alexandria

The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Alexandria.

The warning continues until 4:30 p.m. Thursday.

According to the National Weather Service:

Severe thunderstorms were detected along a line extending from … northwest of Poolesville to South Riding … and were moving east at 50 mph. This line of storms is capable of producing destructive winds in excess of 70 mph.

This is a dangerous line of storms. If you are in its path … move indoors to a sturdy building and stay away from windows.

Additional resources: 

Virginia Weather Map: Watch Thursday's Live Radar

Northern Virginia Storm Safety: Social Media Accounts to Follow or Fan