Winter Storm Warning 01/05/2025 00:39 for Maryland areas

Headline: 
Winter Storm Warning issued January 5 at 3:39AM EST until January 7 at 1:00AM EST by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Event: 
Winter Storm Warning
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
January 5, 2025 - 12:39am
Expires: 
January 5, 2025 - 8:45am
Description: 
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 9 inches, with amounts of 10 to 12 inches possible in isolated spots if heavy banding sets up in this area. * WHERE...Central and Southeast Howard, Northwest Howard, Carroll, Frederick MD, and Southern Baltimore Counties. * WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 1 AM EST Tuesday. Highest snowfall rates occur late tonight into early Monday morning. A lull in precipitation will occur sometime during the afternoon. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A second round of heavy snow is possible Monday evening before precipitation ends.
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.
Area Description: 
Frederick; Carroll; Southern Baltimore; Northwest Howard; Central and Southeast Howard
Forcast Office: 
NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC