Headline:
Winter Storm Warning issued January 2 at 12:51PM EST until January 4 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Event:
Winter Storm Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
January 2, 2025 - 9:51am
Expires:
January 2, 2025 - 6:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 6 and
10 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.
* WHERE...In Maryland, Garrett County. In West Virginia, Western
Grant and Western Pendleton Counties.
* WHEN...From 6 AM Friday to 10 AM EST Saturday. Snow will begin
early Friday morning, before picking up in intensity late morning
into Friday afternoon. Snow will continue into Saturday morning.
* IMPACTS...The strong winds and weight of snow on tree limbs may
down power lines and could cause sporadic power outages. Whiteout
conditions are expected at times and will make travel treacherous
and potentially life-threatening. Travel could be very difficult
along Interstate 68 and US-40 west of Big Savage Mountain, US-48
west of Scherr, and US-33 west of Seneca Rocks. The hazardous
conditions could impact the Friday morning and evening commutes.
Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Periods of very heavy snowfall are possible,
with isolated spots experiencing snowfall rates of 1 to 2 inches
per hour at times. This, paired with the strong winds, could lead
to near-blizzard conditions at the higher elevations.
Instruction:
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you
must go outside, dress in layers. Several layers of clothes will
keep you warmer than a single heavy coat. Cover exposed skin to
reduce your risk of frostbite or hypothermia. Gloves, a scarf, and a
hat will keep you from losing your body heat.
Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely
necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter
storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains,
booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing.
Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help
you survive in case you become stranded.
Area Description:
Garrett; Western Grant; Western Pendleton
Forcast Office:
NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC