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[AlertDC] DC Water reports the repairs are complete and water service has been restored to the 4100-4300 blocks of G Street, SE, between Alabama Avenue and Burns Street. manager.everbridge.net/pub/2…
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[AlertDC] Extreme Heat Alert for DC: Until Monday, 7/6 8AM. Daytime temperatures will feel like 105°F or hotter. Overnight temperatures may feel like 80°F or hotter. Drink water. Stay cool. Find a cooling center near you: heat.dc.gov
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[AlertDC] MPD reports the vehicle crash has cleared and the 4300-4500 blocks of Benning Road, NE, between Blaine Street and Central Avenue have reopened to traffic. manager.everbridge.net/pub/2…
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[AlertDC] MPD reports the 4300-4500 blocks of Benning Road, NE, between Blaine Street and Central Avenue are closed due to a vehicle crash. Please use alternate routes. manager.everbridge.net/pub/2…
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[AlertDC] Severe Thunderstorms throughout DC, including near National Mall and Anacostia Park. Seek shelter immediately. Follow instructions from event staff. manager.everbridge.net/pub/2…
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[AlertDC] Severe Thunderstorm near the National Mall. Follow instructions from event staff. Seek shelter immediately. Safe Haven locations are:
Ronald Reagan Building (1300 Pennsylvania Ave NW); Dept of Commerce (1401 Constitution Ave NW); Dept of Agricu manager.everbridge.net/pub/2…
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[AlertDC] A Fireworks Show will occur near the National Mall at approx. 10:30PM tonight, July 4. Expect loud noises, flashing lights. Details: freedom250.org manager.everbridge.net/pub/2…
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[AlertDC] DC Water reports a water outage on the 4100-4300 blocks of G Street, SE, between Alabama Avenue and Burns Street, due to repairs on a 12-inch water main. Affected customers can contact DC Water at (202) 612-3400 for updates. manager.everbridge.net/pub/2…
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[AlertDC] DC Fire and EMS report the incident has cleared and the following road closures have reopened to traffic:
- 400-500 blocks of 16th street, between F, and D Streets, NE
- 1600 block of Isherwood Street, between 16th and 17th Streets, NE manager.everbridge.net/pub/2…
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[AlertDC] America’s Independence Day Parade in downtown DC (July 4, 10:30AM) has been CANCELED by organizers due to Extreme Heat Warning. Heat index 110-115F. Get heat safety info: Heat.DC.gov manager.everbridge.net/pub/2…
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[AlertDC] DC Fire and EMS report the following road closures due to fire department activity:
- 400-500 blocks of 16th street, between F and D Streets, NE
- 1600 block of Isherwood Street, between 16th and 17th Street, NE
Please use alternate routes. Upd manager.everbridge.net/pub/2…
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[AlertDC] The U.S. Military will conduct a Gun Salute with 21 LOUD rounds from Washington Navy Yard on Saturday, July 4 at approximately 12:00PM. manager.everbridge.net/pub/2…
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[AlertDC] Woodrow Wilson Bridge Management reports a bridge opening for a vessel at 12:01AM on Saturday, July 4, 2026. The opening should last 15-20 minutes. Please expect delays. manager.everbridge.net/pub/2…
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[AlertDC] DDOT reports the vehicle crash has cleared and all westbound lanes on I-695 at 8th Street, SE, have reopened to traffic. manager.everbridge.net/pub/2…
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[AlertDC] DDOT reports two westbound left lanes on I-695 at 8th Street, SE, are closed due to a vehicle crash. Please use alternate routes and expect delays. manager.everbridge.net/pub/2…
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[AlertDC] Woodrow Wilson Bridge Management reports a bridge opening for a vessel at 3:30AM on Friday, July 3, 2026. The opening should last 15-20 minutes. Expect delays.
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[AlertDC] A Silver Alert has been issued by the Metropolitan Police Department, Washington, DC.
The Metropolitan Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 74-year-old Gwendolyn Fields, who was last seen in the 2200 block of Douglas Street, Northeast, on Ju
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[AlertDC] MPD reports the crash on I-395 Northbound at 14th Street Bridge (main span) before 14th Street / Capitol Hill / Nationals Park / Capitol One Arena has cleared and all lanes have reopened to traffic. manager.everbridge.net/pub/2…
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[AlertDC] MPD reports two right lanes are blocked on I-395 Northbound at 14th Street Bridge (main span) before 14th Street / Capitol Hill / Nationals Park / Capitol One Arena exits due to a vehicle crash. Please use alternate routes. manager.everbridge.net/pub/2…
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