A tornado hits Washington DC and its nearby northern regions.
"A confirmed tornado is reported in Poolesville, Montgomery County, MD, according to a tweet from the Baltimore-Washington weather service. They urge residents of Gaithersburg, Olney, and Brookeville to seek shelter right away!"
Montgomery County authorities stated that the twister was spotted above Gaithersburg at 7:40 p.m. Eastern Time.
This is an evolving situation and we'll provide updates as they come in.
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The tornado reported in Poolesville is also a concern for nearby towns like Gaithersburg and Olney, as urged by the weather service. The tornado was spotted above Gaithersburg at a specific time, adding to the urgency for residents to seek shelter.
