WASHINGTON — The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm warming for portions of Southern Maryland and several counties in Northern Virginia.

The warning is in effect until 8:30 p.m. and includes:

• West central Charles County, Maryland
• South central Fairfax County, Virginia
• Southern Prince William County, Virginia
• Northeastern Stafford County, Virginia

Damaging winds could cause damage to trees and large branches. There were reports of wind gusts of 60 miles per hour and quarter-size hail.

The NWS warns that local outages are possible.