A strong thunderstorm rolled into metro Denver on Thursday afternoon and was expected to bring wind gusts up to 60 mph, according to the National Weather Service.

A tornado warning has been issued for Washington DC and surrounding areas, with the National Weather Service urging residents to take shelter as severe storms bring the threat of dangerous winds and flash flooding.

EDT the National Weather Service released an updated tornado warning in effect until 5 p.m. EDT for Huron County.

According to the NWS, at 2:28 p.m., a severe thunderstorm was located over Leavittsburg, or over Warren, moving southeast at 15 mph. This storm may producer 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. Minor damage to vehicles is possible, along with damage to trees and power lines.

An updated tornado warning was issued by the National Weather Service on Tuesday at 5:52 p.m. in effect until 6:30 p.m. for Bucks, Montgomery and Philadelphia counties.

Downpours set off flood warnings Wednesday night for Philly and surrounding areas, and most of Chester County and northern Delaware. These conditions may be around until Monday, maybe longer.

The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Warning in part of central North Carolina due to Tropical Depression Chantal. A severe thunderstorm was located by NWS in Shannon near Red Springs

Some experts say staff shortages might have complicated forecasters’ ability to coordinate responses with local emergency management officials.