WASHINGTON – The Washington, D.C., region is bracing for possible power outages as a dangerous line of storms continues to push through central Maryland, northern Virginia and the District on Monday. The storm system triggered numerous Tornado Watches, Tornado Warnings and Severe Thunderstorm Warnings.
A power outage can disrupt communications, water service and transportation, force the closure of grocery stores, gas stations, ATMs and banks, cause food spoilage and potential water contamination, and prevent the use of certain medical devices.
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