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[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
MPD Units are investigating a Stabbing at Benning Rd. and Hanna Pl. SE. No lookout at this time.
DO NOT TAKE ACTION CALL 911 W/ EVENT #I20260023311
Sent to 6th District (PSA 601-608) Alert DC
Sent by MPD Cad #8161
January 17, 2026 - 4:22 AM
MPD Units are investigating a Robbery in the 1100 block of 49th St. NE. Lookout for 2 males wearing all black clothing and ski masks.
DO NOT TAKE ACTION CALL 911 W/ EVENT #I20260023066
Sent to 6th District (PSA 601-608) Alert DC
Sent by MPD Cad #8161
January 17, 2026 - 12:21 AM
[AlertDC] MPD reports two inbound lanes on Francis Scott Key Memorial Bridge are closed due to fire department activity. Please use alternate routes
January 17, 2026 - 12:21 AM
[AlertDC] MPD reports all lanes on Francis Scott Key Memorial Bridge are closed in both directions due to fire department activity. Please use alternate routes.
January 17, 2026 - 12:21 AM
[AlertDC] MPD reports the fire department activity has cleared and all lanes on Francis Scott Key Memorial Bridge have reopened to traffic.
January 17, 2026 - 12:21 AM
