Tropical Storm Helene brings more wet weather to DC area as it moves north - Friday, September 27, 2024 - Top News from WTOP

TOP NEWS | September 27, 2024 [Web version](   Good morning from the WTOP Newsroom. The weather is, in a word: bleh. 7News First Alert Meteorologist Mark Peña reports that rain from the outer edge of Tropical Storm Helene is making its way to the D.C. area. Pockets of moderate to heavy rain will be possible - along with the risk for isolated flooding. Outside of any rain, it will be overcast with tropical humidity and a breezy easterly wind. Temps are expected to hover around 75. At least it’s the weekend. If you need a break from the news (or your to-do list), check out our [new TOP games]( from WTOP! -Will Vitka, Digital Editor [Tropical Storm Helene brings more wet weather to DC area as it moves north]( Hurricane Helene, which was strengthened to a category four storm Thursday evening, will continue its way north toward the D.C. region, bringing tropical rain and potential flooding Friday. Here's what you need to know. 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