Tuesday's storm brought a deluge of rain to the Washington region, causing widespread flooding, toppled trees, power outages, and disrupted daily activities. The storm set new records for rainfall in several areas, with Reagan National Airport, Dulles International Airport, and Baltimore-Washington International Marshall Airport all reporting record amounts for the date.

The heavy rain, coupled with strong winds gusting up to 50 mph, led several school systems to close early or cancel activities as a precaution. Although the wind speeds did not meet the criteria for a high-wind warning, the gusts posed a significant risk alongside the intense rainfall.

One person had to be rescued from rising waters during the storm, demonstrating the serious impact of the flooding. The Prince George's County Fire Department reported that a man was saved by a bystander in Beltsville but transported to the hospital in critical condition. Fortunately, no fatalities were reported.

The Washington region experienced record-breaking rainfall, accumulating 9.69 inches since December 1, surpassing the previous high set in 1901-1902. The relentless rain, combined with steady winds from the southeast, led to water levels rising to historic highs in the Chesapeake Bay and the Potomac River. Pictures and videos on social media displayed flooding in Old Town Alexandria, Annapolis, and Baltimore's Inner Harbor.

The storm's impact on travel was substantial, with low-lying areas along Beach Drive at risk of flooding, and sections of the Metro flooded, particularly the track between the King Street and Van Dorn stations. In Langley Park, cars navigated rising waters at the intersection of University Boulevard and New Hampshire Avenue. Furthermore, numerous road closures resulted from streams overflowing and flood warnings being issued.

Coastal flood warnings and advisories remained in effect until Wednesday evening due to the potential for tidal flooding along shorelines in the District, Arlington County, Alexandria, and Anne Arundel County, including Annapolis. Several rivers recorded some of their highest crests on record, including the Severn River in Annapolis, the Patapsco River in Baltimore, and the Potomac River in Alexandria. Havre de Grace, along the Chesapeake Bay, experienced the highest recorded crest since 2012.

The storm also caused significant damage with numerous fallen trees reported, obstructing roads and damaging property across the region. Some areas affected include Beach Drive and Rock Creek Parkway in Northwest D.C., Independence Avenue in Southwest D.C., and the Beltway near Georgia Avenue in Silver Spring, Maryland. Additionally, trees fell on an apartment building in Hyattsville and homes in Marlton and Kettering, Maryland.

The National Weather Service initially issued a wind advisory, then upgraded it to a high wind warning out of concern for damaging gusts reaching up to 60 mph. Despite forecast models predicting winds near record speeds at higher altitudes, the actual surface gusts were lower due to the inability of the momentum to mix down to the ground.

As the region grapples with the aftermath of this intense storm, attention now turns to the forecast for the remainder of the week and into the following week, as the saturated soils raise the risk of further flooding and downed trees. While Wednesday is expected to be dry, gusty winds and a coastal flood threat are anticipated to persist.