Winter Weather Advisory 01/03/2025 07:45 for Maryland areas

Headline: 
Winter Weather Advisory issued January 3 at 10:45AM EST until January 3 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Event: 
Winter Weather Advisory
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
January 3, 2025 - 7:45am
Expires: 
January 3, 2025 - 3:45pm
Description: 
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 2 inches. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central, northeast, and northern Maryland. * WHEN...From 1 PM this afternoon to 7 PM EST this evening. A band of snow showers will traverse the region this afternoon into the early evening. Most areas will only see one to three hours of snowfall. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow could be moderate to heavy at times, with the potential for snow squalls. These conditions can result in rapid reductions of visibility and snow accumulation on roadways, even if temperatures are initially above freezing.
Instruction: 
Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while driving. If you are going outside, watch your first few steps taken on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury.
Area Description: 
Frederick; Carroll; Northern Baltimore; Cecil; Southern Baltimore; Northwest Howard; Central and Southeast Howard; Northwest Harford; Southeast Harford
Forcast Office: 
NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC