January 16th, 2022 by WCBC Radio
WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS
AFTERNOON TO 7 AM EST MONDAY…
* WHAT…Heavy mixed precipitation. Total snow accumulations of 5
to 8 inches are expected, with up to 10 inches possible. Ice
accumulations of around one tenth of an inch are expected.
Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.
* WHERE…In Maryland, Central and Eastern Allegany County. In
West Virginia, Eastern Grant, Eastern Mineral, Hardy and
Hampshire Counties.
* WHEN…From 1 PM this afternoon to 7 AM EST Monday.
* IMPACTS…Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous
conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds
could bring down tree branches.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Snow could fall at 1 to 3 inches per hour
for a time this evening into the night, making roads nearly
impassable for a time.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.
When venturing outside, watch your first few steps taken on
steps, sidewalks, and driveways, which could be icy and slippery,
increasing your risk of a fall and injury.
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