Headline:
Winter Storm Watch issued January 4 at 3:28AM EST until January 7 at 1:00AM EST by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Event:
Winter Storm Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
January 4, 2025 - 12:28am
Expires:
January 4, 2025 - 8:30am
Description:
* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, snow showers and blowing
snow. Additional snow accumulations up to one inch. Winds gusting
as high as 50 mph. For the Winter Storm Watch, heavy snow
possible, with potential for some sleet and freezing rain. Total
snow and sleet accumulations between 6 and 10 inches and ice
accumulations around a light glaze possible.
* WHERE...In Maryland, Garrett County. In West Virginia, Western
Grant County.
* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 10 AM EST this morning.
For the Winter Storm Watch, from Sunday evening through late
Monday night.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions
could impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. Gusty winds
this morning could bring down tree branches.
Instruction:
Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.
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.
Area Description:
Garrett; Western Grant
Forcast Office:
NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC