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MPD Units are investigating a ROBBERY in the 2700 block of LANGSTON PLACE, SE. Lookout for (4) B/M, 25-30 YOA, ALL BLACK CLOTHING, ARMED WITH A GUN.
DO NOT TAKE ACTION CALL 911 W/ EVENT #I20260027035.
Sent to 7th District (PSA 701-708) Alert DC
Sent by MPD Cad #6372
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January 19, 2026 - 10:42 PM
[AlertDC] NOAA’s Space Weather Prediction Center has issued a G4 (Severe) Geomagnetic Storm Watch for Monday, January 20, due to increased solar activity.
A geomagnetic storm could cause temporary impacts to critical infrastructure, including power systems, GPS, radio communications, and satellite services.
Residents and visitors may also notice unusual aurora activity, which could be visible farther south than normal.
What you should know:
- Minor disruptions to communications or navigation systems are possible
- No immediate action is required at this time
- For additional information, visit: https://www.swpc.noaa.gov/
For updates, monitor AlertDC, local news, and https://x.com/AlertDC.
January 19, 2026 - 4:40 PM
[AlertDC] NOAA’s Space Weather Prediction Center has issued a G4 (Severe) Geomagnetic Storm Watch for Tuesday, January 20, due to increased solar activity.
A geomagnetic storm could cause temporary impacts to critical infrastructure, including power systems, GPS, radio communications, and satellite services.
Residents and visitors may also notice unusual aurora activity, which could be visible farther south than normal.
What you should know:
- Minor disruptions to communications or navigation systems are possible
- No immediate action is required at this time
- For additional information, visit: https://www.swpc.noaa.gov/
For updates, monitor AlertDC, local news, and https://x.com/AlertDC.
January 19, 2026 - 4:40 PM
[AlertDC] Cold Alert for DC (7AM to 7PM Today) & Extreme Cold Alert for DC (7PM Today to 7AM on 1/20). Find shelter & other assistance: cold.dc.gov
January 19, 2026 - 6:39 AM
MPD Units are investigating a robbery in the 2400 block of 18th ST NW. Lookout for B/M, skull tattoo on his right hand, wearing a neon yellow jacket, yellow hoodie, black pants, gray tennis shoes with white laces, armed with a handgun. Last seen on foot heading southbound on 18th ST NW.
DO NOT TAKE ACTION CALL 911 W/ EVENT #I20260025622
Sent to 3rd District (PSA 301-308) Alert DC
Sent by MPD CAD #10637
January 18, 2026 - 8:36 PM
[AlertDC] The National Weather Service has cancelled the Winter Weather Advisory for the District of Columbia that was in effect until 6PM.
January 18, 2026 - 8:32 AM
[AlertDC] Cold Alert for DC: 7AM Today to 7AM on 1/19. Will feel like 20F or colder; precipitation possible. Find shelter and other assistance: cold.dc.gov
January 18, 2026 - 6:32 AM
[AlertDC] The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for the District of Columbia on Sunday, January 18, 2026, from 4AM to 6PM.
WHAT: Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches.
WHERE: District of Columbia
WHEN: Sunday, January 18, 2026 from 4AM to 6PM.
IMPACTS: Plan on slippery road conditions.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS: Snow, possibly mixed with rain for a few hours, will spread into the area early Sunday morning. There may be some breaks in the snow during the midday hours before additional snow falls in the afternoon. Visibility may drop to one half mile at times in moderate snow. The snow should end during the late afternoon or early evening.
January 17, 2026 - 8:28 PM
MPD units are Investigating an Attempt Robbery in the 1200 block of Quincy Street, NW. Lookout for 2 B/M's, 12-16 yoa, wearing all Black. S-1 is carrying a light Blue Bookbag.
DO NOT TAKE ACTION CALL 911 W/ EVENT #I20260024037
Sent to 4th District (PSA 401-409) Alert DC
Sent by MPD Cad #11967
January 17, 2026 - 6:27 PM
[AlertDC] Cold Alert for DC: 7AM Today to 7AM on 1/18. Will feel like 32F or colder; precipitation possible. Find shelter and other assistance: cold.dc.gov
January 17, 2026 - 8:24 AM
