Note: The Winter Storm Warning has been canceled for the DC region. The most recent warning issuance before the cancellation is below.
A Winter Storm Warning remains in effect to 7 am Monday, December 16, 2024 including the following Washington, DC region jurisdictions.
MARYLAND: Garrett, western Allegany.
WEST VIRGINIA: western Grant, western Mineral.
Excerpted from the National Weather Service:
…WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST THIS MORNING…
* WHAT…Significant icing has occurred. Additional light freezing rain and drizzle will produce ice accumulations of a light glaze.
* WHERE…In Maryland, Extreme Western Allegany and Garrett Counties. In West Virginia, Western Grant and Western Mineral Counties.
* WHEN…Until 7 AM EST this morning.
* IMPACTS…Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Very slippery sidewalks, roads and bridges are possible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Prepare for possible power outages. 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. Motorists should use extreme caution if travel is absolutely necessary.