District of Columbia flood warnings
There are no flood warnings in District of Columbia right now. The last one was issued on July 31, 2025.
Flooding is happening or expected soon, often along rivers or over wide areas, and may last for days.
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Active flood warnings in District of Columbia
None right now. Other active alerts in District of Columbia: none.
Flood Warnings in District of Columbia by year
District of Columbia averaged 10.5 flood warnings per year from 2016 to 2025. The most recent was issued on July 31, 2025.
Counties with the most flood warnings
| County | 2016–2025 |
|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 105 |
What a flood warning means
A flood warning is issued when flooding is occurring or imminent but develops more slowly than a flash flood. River flood warnings are tied to forecast points on a river or stream and include the expected crest and the flood stage, which tells you how high the water will rise compared with the level where damage begins.
More about flood warnings and the national map →
What to do
- Follow evacuation orders from local officials.
- Move valuables and vehicles to higher ground.
- Never drive through water covering a road; the road bed may be washed out.