…WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM SUNDAY TO 6 AM EST
TUESDAY…
* WHAT…Heavy mixed precipitation expected. Total snow
accumulations between 7 and 10 inches, with amounts of 12 to 14
inches possible in isolated spots if heavy banding sets up in this
area.
* WHERE…In Maryland, Extreme Western Allegany and Garrett
Counties. In West Virginia, Western Grant and Western Mineral
Counties.
* WHEN…From 10 PM Sunday to 6 AM EST Tuesday. Highest snowfall
rates occur overnight Sunday into early Monday morning. Snow may
mix with sleet and freezing rain Monday morning into 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.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
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 should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely
necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter
storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains,
booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing.
Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help
you survive in case you become stranded.
