Winter Weather Advisory 01/07/2025 08:06 for Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia areas

Headline: 
Winter Weather Advisory issued January 7 at 11:06AM EST until January 9 at 11:00AM EST by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Event: 
Winter Weather Advisory
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
January 7, 2025 - 8:06am
Expires: 
January 7, 2025 - 4:15pm
Description: 
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations up to three inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...In Maryland, Extreme Western Allegany County. In Virginia, Western Highland County. In West Virginia, Western Pendleton County. * WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 11 AM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions on I-68 and US-40 west of La Vale, US-50 west of New Creek, US-33 west of Franklin, WV, and US-250 west of Hightown, VA. The hazardous conditions could impact travel especially during the early morning and overnight hours. Strong winds could cause damage to trees and power lines. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall rates around 0.5 to 1 inch per hour are possible at times through Thursday morning especially in embedded snow squalls. Freezing fog is possible between steadier snows.
Instruction: 
Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. 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 Pendleton
Forcast Office: 
NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC