Winter Storm Warning Issued for Washington, Clarke, Berkeley, Jefferson, and Morgan Counties
Weather Alerts high NOAA · · Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for parts of Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia, with up to 8 inches of snow and 35 mph wind gusts expected.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Baltimore MD/Washington DC has issued a Winter Storm Warning for portions of Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia. The alert was issued on February 21 and remains in effect through the morning of February 23.
Affected Areas
The following geographic regions are included in the warning area:
- Maryland: Washington County
- Virginia: Clarke County
- West Virginia: Berkeley, Jefferson, and Morgan Counties
What You Should Do
Residents are advised to take the following precautions:
- If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.
- Monitor the latest road conditions for your state by calling 5 1 1.
- Prepare for slippery road conditions that will likely impact the Monday morning commute.
Expected Conditions
- Snow Accumulation: Heavy snow is expected with total accumulations between 3 and 6 inches. Higher hills may see local accumulations of up to 8 inches.
- Wind: Winds are forecast to gust as high as 35 mph.
- Travel Impacts: Roads, especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous.
Timeline
The Winter Storm Warning is in effect from 3:00 PM Sunday, February 22, until 10:00 AM EST Monday, February 23.
Source: NOAA Official Notice
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What is this weather alerts alert about? ▼
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for parts of Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia, with up to 8 inches of snow and 35 mph wind gusts expected.
Which agency issued this alert? ▼
This alert was issued by NOAA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
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This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected? ▼
This alert affects Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia. Check with NOAA for the most current geographic scope.
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