Governor Hogan announces activation of emergency response operations for winter storm, urges caution for holiday travel

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Larry Hogan on Thursday announced that the state has activated emergency response operations ahead of the winter storm that is set to enter the region beginning overnight. With the storm expected to create hazardous conditions, state officials are urging Marylanders to closely monitor the forecast and adjust holiday travel plans as necessary, building in extra time in case […]

State Highway Administration crews applying salt brine, preparing for statewide winter storm

BALTIMORE, MD—Winter weather is on the way and state officials are preparing Maryland’s roadways. A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect for the Baltimore area from late Wednesday night into Thursday morning. Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration crews are performing an anti-icing operations, which involves the use of salt brine and water in preparation for the potential winter […]

NWS accelerates freezing rain timeline, Winter Weather Advisory goes into effect early

NOTTINGHAM, MD—The National Weather Service has accelerated the timeline for Thursday’s Winter Weather Advisory as frozen precipitation begins to enter the Baltimore area. On Thursday morning, NWS issued the following statement: “As of 9:14 AM, we are starting the Winter Weather Advisory and Ice Storm Warning now. This will account for intermittent freezing rain today. Tonight into early Friday is […]

Winter Weather Advisory issued for Baltimore area

UPDATE: With frozen precipitation now entering the Baltimore area, the National Weather Service has accelerated the Winter Weather Advisory timeline. Original story below… —— NOTTINGHAM, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for the Baltimore area. The advisory will be in effect from 7 p.m. Thursday evening through 7 a.m. Friday morning. Mixed precipitation is expected. Ice […]

Baltimore area to go from 70 degrees on Wednesday to sleet, freezing rain on Thursday

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Baltimore residents will likely see a wild temperature swing over the next 24 hours, according to the National Weather Service. Forecasters say that Wednesday will be mild, with some areas potentially topping 70 degrees.  After that, things get interesting. Thursday’s high is expected to only be around 35 degrees, with chance for a wintry mix of snow, sleet, and […]

Freezing drizzle may impact Monday morning commute

NOTTINGHAM, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a special weather statement for the Baltimore area due to the possibility of freezing drizzle on Monday. Forecasters say there is a potential for hazardous commuting conditions for the Monday morning commute. A period of freezing drizzle is possible (a 30 percent chance) on Monday morning across the Baltimore metro area, with a […]

Winter Weather Advisory issued for northern Baltimore County

UPDATE: This Winter Weather Advisory has been cancelled. Original story below… —— NOTTINGHAM, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for northern Baltimore County. The advisory will be in effect from 8 a.m. through 4 p.m. on Friday. Forecasters say freezing rain and ice accumulations of up to one tenth of an inch are possible. Motorists should […]