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A Tornado Watch and Severe Thunderstorm Warnings issued earlier today (Monday) for Fairfax County have been canceled or expired, but an Areal Flood Warning is now in effect until 6:30 p.m.

“Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring,” the 3:33 p.m. alert said. “Streams continue to rise due to excess runoff from earlier rainfall. Low-water crossings are inundated with water and may not be passable.”

According to the NWS, runoff combined with 1 to 2 inches of rain has resulted in “multiple” reports of flooding along I-495 south of the American Legion Bridge. An additional half-inch of rain is possible in the warned area, which includes Tysons, Reston, Annandale, Vienna, Falls Church, Burke and Chantilly.

A few roads across the county have closed since rain began to fall in earnest earlier this afternoon. According to Fairfax Alerts:

This morning, the NWS issued a Tornado Watch and Severe Thunderstorm Warnings, originally scheduling the former to stay in place until 7 p.m. today, with thunderstorms and strong winds forecast throughout the afternoon and evening.

“Severe thunderstorms capable of producing damaging winds and tornadoes are likely this afternoon and evening,” the NWS said in a hazardous weather outlook just after 11 a.m. “There is the potential for significant damage from wind gusts of 70 to 80 mph as well as an isolated stronger tornado.”

A #TornadoWatch has been issued for NOVA District through 7pm this evening. Damaging winds and isolated tornadoes are possible. Have a plan in place to seek a substantial shelter if needed. Report road hazards to https://t.co/12wxgee8pi or 800-FOR-ROAD. pic.twitter.com/90QFyLQWsd

— VDOT Northern VA (@VaDOTNOVA) March 16, 2026

????️ Tornadoes can strike quickly—be prepared! If you're in a house ????, head to the lowest level or an interior room like a bathroom or closet with no windows. Put as many walls between you and the outside as possible. Remember, cover your head and neck to protect yourself. pic.twitter.com/hrRDYZybnK

— Fairfax County Fire/Rescue (@ffxfirerescue) March 16, 2026

In fact, thunderstorms bringing 60 mph wind gusts have already been spotted in the Fredericksburg area, moving northeast toward Northern Virginia, prompting the NWS to issue the thunderstorm warning at 11:17 a.m.

The warning initially applied to southwestern Fairfax County, including Centreville and Clifton, before shifting to northern Fairfax until 12:30 p.m.

“Damaging winds will cause some trees and large branches to fall,” the NWS said. “This could injure those outdoors, as well as damage homes and vehicles. Roadways may become blocked by downed trees. Localized power outages are possible.”

Severe Thunderstorm Warning including Centreville VA, Dale City VA and Manassas VA until 12:00 PM EDT pic.twitter.com/G0wTJ77V5o

— NWS Baltimore-Washington (@NWS_BaltWash) March 16, 2026

In anticipation of the severe weather, Fairfax County Public Schools announced last night that students will be released three hours early and all afternoon activities on school grounds will be canceled.

George Mason University is also calling off in-person classes and events on its campuses after 1:30 p.m., advising students to wait for more information about alternative plans from their instructors.

“It is anticipated that the university will resume normal operations on Tuesday,” GMU said. “Employees are expected to continue their work responsibilities remotely, regardless of scheduled telework days or agreements.”

In addition, Fairfax County is granting all local government employees unscheduled leave starting at 1 p.m. The county’s circuit, general district and juvenile courts and the main courthouse will close early at 1 p.m., and all community centers, recreation centers and libraries will close at 5 p.m.

Early voting at the Mount Vernon and North County governmental centers on Virginia’s redistricting referendum will be cut off at 4:30 p.m. instead of the usual 7 p.m. closing time. The Fairfax County Government Center site closes at 4:30 p.m. on weekdays anyway.

Travelers flying into or out of Dulles International and Reagan National airports could face flight cancellations or delays.

Due to potentially hazardous weather, satellite early voting locations at Mt. Vernon and North County governmental centers will close at 4:30 p.m. today instead of 7 p.m. The Government Center location will close at 4:30 p.m. as scheduled.

Info: https://t.co/dJRYCD6ER9 pic.twitter.com/Dl1itfs36D

— Fairfax County Votes (@fairfaxvotes) March 16, 2026

With the forecast for severe weather this afternoon in the D.C. area, some flights could be delayed or canceled. Please confirm the status of your flight with your airline before coming to the airport. pic.twitter.com/hJ4UgpD1Qy

— Dulles Airport (IAD) (@Dulles_Airport) March 16, 2026

The full Areal Flood Warning is below.

…FLOOD WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 630 PM EDT THIS EVENING…

* WHAT…Small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.

* WHERE…Portions of central Maryland, including the following county, Montgomery and northern Virginia, including the following county, City of Fairfax, City of Falls Church and Fairfax.

* WHEN…Until 630 PM EDT.

* IMPACTS…Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Streams continue to rise due to excess runoff from earlier rainfall. Low-water crossings are inundated with water and may not be passable.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS… – At 333 PM EDT, emergency management reported that increased runoff combined with 1 to 2 inches of rain has led to multiple reports of small stream flooding of roads along with storm drain flooding along the I-495 south of the American Legion bridge. Between 1 and 2 inches of rain have fallen.

– Additional rainfall amounts up to 0.5 inches are possible in the warned area. – Some locations that will experience flooding include… Centreville… Rockville… Bethesda… Reston… Annandale… Fairfax… Vienna… Falls Church… Mantua… Pimmit Hills… Mclean… American Legion Bridge… Potomac… North Bethesda… Burke… Oakton… North Potomac… Chantilly… Tysons Corner… Wolf Trap… – Please visit www.weather.gov/safety/flood for flood safety and preparedness information

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

Turn around, don`t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.

Stay away or be swept away. River banks and culverts can become unstable and unsafe.

There’s something brewing in Reston, Va.

The plucky town of about 65,000 people, 23 miles northwest of Washington, D.C., has become one of the biggest development hubs in the DMV. BXP, Comstock, EYA and others control sweeping mixed-use projects that have attracted the likes of Google, Oracle, General Dynamics, and Booz Allen Hamilton, not to mention thousands of residents escaping the District. Bernstein Management wants in on the action.

Affiliates of the Bethesda, Md.-based investment and management firm have proposed a sprawling, 24-acre project just south of the Reston Town Center Metro station, dubbed Reston Crossing. The development aims to construct 1,650 residential units across 1.6 million square feet, nearly 1.5 million square feet of office and 31,000 square feet of retail space, according to a rezoning application the firm filed last week. The Business Journals first reported the news.

Bernstein assembled the parcels for Reston Crossing via two deals. The firm paid Tishman Speyer just over $37 million for half of the property in late 2024, and paid $53 million to Brookfield for the other half last April, PropertyShark records show. Both parcels have two office properties, currently leased by Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin, Noblis and software company Ellucian. Bernstein plans to raze those buildings to make way for the new development.

Tishman had previously aimed to redevelop the property into a 2 million-square-foot, mixed-use community. Yet that project never materialized due to “evolving market conditions, significant infrastructure requirements, and phasing complexities,” according to Bernstein’s application.

Bernstein’s plans call for seven individual construction blocks, currently dubbed Blocks A through E, along with nearly 5 acres of green park space. About 260 units, roughly 16 percent of the total, are expected to be earmarked as affordable housing. MV+A will serve as lead architect, and LandDesign will be the project’s landscape architect.

A spokesperson for Bernstein did not immediately respond to a request for comment or more information.

Other development firms are active in Reston. Reston-based Comstock, for example, own a 90-acre, mixed-use district adjacent to the Wiehle-Reston East Metro station dubbed Reston Station. In February, advanced engineering and technology firm Amentum inked a 45,000-square-foot relocation lease for its headquarters at Reston Station, despite having just relocated to nearby Chantilly three years ago.

And then there’s (RTC), BXP’s 85-acre development featuring some 2 million square feet of office space and 1,500 residential units. BXP isn’t done expanding RTC either; in September, the Fairfax County Planning Commission approved the real estate investment trust’s 4 million-square-foot second phase, which it dubs RTC Next.

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The milestone event will take place Sept. 19, at Reston Town Center and feature music, dance, and art from around the world.

RESTON, VA — The Reston Community Center is preparing for the 25th anniversary of its Multicultural Festival, a signature event that draws thousands to Reston each fall. Applications are currently open for performers, artisans, culturally inspired businesses, and community organizations interested in participating in this milestone celebration. The festival is designed to showcase music, dance, art, and traditions from various cultures.

The 25th anniversary festival is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. It will take place at Reston Town Center. The event will feature more than 20 performances spread across three stages, alongside interactive street-level programming. The Market Street Stroll will highlight traditional crafts, handmade goods, and local community organizations.

"What makes this festival extraordinary is the sense of belonging it creates," said BeBe Nguyen, RCC’s executive director, adding that for many, it is a moment to see their heritage celebrated and shared.

Nguyen also noted that for others, it is a chance to experience something new.

"Marking 25 years of those moments is incredibly meaningful, and we are excited to welcome the artists and organizations who will help define this anniversary year," she said.

The Reston Multicultural Festival aims to provide a vibrant, inclusive, and family-friendly celebration that unites the community across different cultures and generations. The festival has previously featured artists of national significance, including National Heritage Fellows recognized by the National Endowment for the Arts.

Space for participants in each category is limited and tends to fill quickly. Interested performers, artisans, and community groups are encouraged to apply by Friday, April 10, to secure their spot. Click on an application below:

The Reston Multicultural Festival is presented by the Reston Community Center in partnership with the Reston Town Center Association and co-hosted by BXP. Volunteer coordination for the event is provided by the Reston Association.

A GoFundMe campaign has been launched to help maintain assisted living arrangements for a Reston man with advanced post-polio syndrome.

RESTON, VA — Jennifer Gamboa and Robert More recently launched a GoFundMe campaign, seeking community support to help a friend with advanced post-polio syndrome maintain his current assisted living arrangements.

Ken Fredgren, 86, requires full-time assisted living in a licensed, accessible facility. Gamboa reported that his financial resources are nearly exhausted. She added that without community support, he risks losing the safe and dignified housing he currently depends on while longer-term solutions are pursued.

Gamboa described Fredgren as someone who has spent years serving the community to support accessibility, peace, and justice initiatives. She said her appeal is about responding to his present need in the same spirit in which he served his communities.

Fredgren spent 17 years leading the Reston Accessibility Committee. During that time, he worked with businesses, the Reston Association, and the committee's Accessibility Assessment Team across Reston. His efforts aimed to remove barriers and promote dignity and independence for all, according Gamboa.

In addition, Fredgren dedicated 11 years to supporting the Student Peace Awards of Fairfax County. He formerly served as the Student Peace Awards representative to Herndon High School and continues to serve as the sponsor outreach representative, according to Gamboa. Additionally, Fredgren spent 12 years co-coordinating the monthly Prayer Vigil for Peace, Life, and Justice at St. John Neumann parish in Reston.

As of 10 a.m. on Monday, the GoFundMe campaign has raise $25,209. Although the campaign is close to reaching its initial goal of raising $26,000, Gamboa and More are hoping to raise a total $75,000 to provide a financial runway to find medically-suitable, long-term housing for Fredgren.

Community members who wish to donate to the Help Ken Fredgren Stay In Accessible Housing campaign can do so via GoFundMe.

RICHMOND, VA — Legislation that would allow a casino to be built in Fairfax County is on its way to the Virginia House of Delegates for a full vote, with a new substitute that cancels some of the recent amendments to the bill.

On Friday, the House Appropriations Committee voted 18-4 to recommend Senate Bill 756 move forward with a change that "complies with current law, regarding application fees and revenues."

On Wednesday, the General Laws Committee voted 12 to 7 to advance the legislation to the Appropriations Committee with a substitute amendment that, among other things, raised the casino licensure fee from $50 million to $150 million and set the casino tax rate at 40 percent of adjusted gross revenue, with 50 percent allocated to the locality.

The primary differences between the two substitutes lie in the licensing fees, tax revenue distribution, and labor requirements for casino operations.

On Friday afternoon, the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors received an update on SB756 during its regular Legislative Committee meeting. In December, the board voted 5-4 to add language to its 2026 Legislative Program expressing opposition to any legislation allowing a casino to be built in Fairfax County.

“The people who don't represent Northern Virginia supported the bill, and largely the people who do represent Northern Virginia oppose the bill,” Board Chair Jeff McKay (D-At-Large) said, of the two committee votes in the House of Delegates. “One of the big concerns about this bill, from the beginning, for a lot of us is that this decision can be made in large part by people who represent none of the same people that we do and none of the people who are affected by this legislation.”

Supervisor Jimmy Bierman (D-Dranesville), who has been the most vocal critic of the casino bill on the board, agreed with McKay's assessment.

"You do not want to set a precedent of people from outside your area dictating what you do," he said. "And yet, that is what is trying to happen with this bill. It won't pass a referendum, and it really makes no sense. I hope that it fails on the House floor on Monday."

Jennifer Van Ee, Fairfax County's legislative director, told the supervisors that if the House passes the casino bill as amended, the Senate would need to vote again on those changes.

"My guess is that the Senate will reject those," she said. "The House will reject the Senate, and they will go to conference. So, that will take place in the final week of session, and we'll see what comes out of that."

The bill's sponsor, Senate Majority Leader Scott Surovell (D-Mount Vernon), introduced similar legislation during the 2025 legislative session. Although that bill passed the Senate, it was left in the House Gaming Subcommittee, effectively killing it.

On Feb. 12, the Senate Committee on Finance and Appropriations recommended SB756 with a substitute to the full Senate for consideration. The substitute removed the requirement that a casino would be built in Tysons, which made all of Fairfax County as a possible location for any casino proposal.

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