The National Weather Service in Baltimore/Washington has issued the following Urgent – Winter Weather Message, Blizzard Watch
A blizzard watch in effect from Friday, January 22, 2016, afternoon through late Saturday, January 23, 2016 night
Heavy snow and wind. a wintry mix is possible Friday night into Saturday morning east of interstate 95, before changing back to all snow on Saturday.
Potential accumulations for a foot or more of snow.
Conditions are expected to deteriorate Friday afternoon with the heaviest snow, strongest winds and potential life threatening conditions expected Friday night through Saturday night.
Heavy snow and blowing snow will cause dangerous conditions and will be a threat to life and property.
Travel is expected to be severely limited if not impossible during the height of the storm Friday night and Saturday. visibility will be reduced to near zero at times in whiteout conditions.
Winds northeast 10 to 15 mph Friday. Northeast winds will increase to 20 to 30 mph with gusts to 40 mph Friday night…then shift north Saturday through Saturday night.
Temperatures will be in the mid to upper 20s most locations. upper 20s to lower 30s across southern Maryland.
Precautionary/Preparedness Actions
Use this advance notice to plan ahead! adjust travel plans, and planned activities. stock up on necessities. Make plans for elderly family and those most at risk. prepare for the possibility of power outages during snowy and cold conditions. Use this time to minimize impact on you, your family and your community.
