Flood Watch issued by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington due to excessive rainfall, with potential flash flooding in DC, MD, VA, and WV. Heavy showers expected; weekly forecast includes thunderstorms and high humidity.

Severe storms swept through the D.C. region Monday afternoon, triggering flash flooding and dangerous conditions for drivers across Virginia, Maryland and the District.

Crews across Maryland and Virginia are working to restore power to hundreds of customers after storms raged across the region Monday evening.

Lingering showers were forecast for the New York City area, but heavy rain and threats of flash flooding were shifting south on Tuesday.

The persistent rain is keeping Maryland plumbers busy draining water-filled basements. Prime Plumbing tells 11 News, there's something every homeowner can do right now to prevent potential damage.

Two months after devastating floods in Western Maryland, towns like Westernport are rebuilding, but many residents still face severe damage, financial hardship and lingering trauma.

Lingering showers were forecast in the New York City area, but heavy rain and flash flooding threats were predicted to shift south on Tuesday.

A lightning strike may have sparked a fire in the basement of a home on Mallard Road in Middle River, according to the Baltimore County Fire Department. Jennifer Kerhin told WJZ she was in her kitchen finishing dinner when the severe thunderstorm came through, and lightning may have hit her home.