Winter Storm Warning Issued for Frederick, Montgomery, and Loudoun Counties Through Monday Morning
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for parts of Maryland and Northern Virginia, forecasting heavy snow and hazardous travel conditions starting Sunday afternoon.
Winter Storm Warning Issued for Parts of Maryland and Northern Virginia
Alert Details
The National Weather Service (NWS) Baltimore MD/Washington DC has issued a Winter Storm Warning for portions of Maryland and Virginia. The alert is effective from 3:00 PM Sunday, February 22, through 10:00 AM EST Monday, February 23.
Affected Areas
The warning covers the following geographic regions:
- Maryland: Frederick and Northwest Montgomery counties.
- Virginia: Western Loudoun and Eastern Loudoun counties.
Expected Conditions
Heavy snow is anticipated across the region. Total snow accumulations are expected to range between 3 and 6 inches for most areas. However, for elevations above 1,000 feet, accumulations could reach between 6 and 12 inches. In addition to the snowfall, winds may gust as high as 35 mph.
Timeline
The Winter Storm Warning begins at 3:00 PM EST on Sunday and is scheduled to remain in effect until 10:00 AM EST on Monday, February 23.
What You Should Do
Residents are advised that roads, particularly bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. These conditions are expected to impact the Monday morning commute. If travel is necessary, the NWS recommends keeping an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions in the state you are calling from, residents can call 5-1-1.
Source: NOAA Official Notice
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