Headline:
Winter Weather Advisory issued January 3 at 10:45AM EST until January 4 at 12:00AM 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 between 2 and 4
inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.
* WHERE...In Maryland, Extreme Western Allegany County. In Virginia,
Western Highland County. In West Virginia, Western Mineral County.
* WHEN...Until midnight EST tonight. Steady snow this morning will
transition to snow showers and squalls this afternoon and evening.
Snow showers will gradually taper off tonight.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions on I-68 and US-40 west
of La Vale, MD, US-50 west of New Creek, WV, and US-250 west of
Hightown, VA. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday
morning and evening commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree
branches.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heavy snow squalls and strong winds may lead
to localized and brief near-blizzard conditions this afternoon and
evening.
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:
Extreme Western Allegany; Western Highland; Western Mineral
Forcast Office:
NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC