What is Maryland's response to the upcoming winter storm?

Governor Wes Moore declared a State of Preparedness, coordinating statewide response efforts and urging residents to prepare for hazardous conditions.

What preparations are being made in Baltimore for the winter storm?

Baltimore is pretreating roads, activating 24/7 plowing and salting crews, offering free parking, and issuing a Code Blue alert for warming shelters.

What are the road conditions expected in Annapolis during the storm?

Annapolis will declare a Phase Two Snow Emergency, requiring vehicle removal from routes, and crews will pre-treat, plow, and salt roads.

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Maryland Braces for Winter Storm Impact

23 Jan

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Summary

Winter storm expected to bring snow, ice, and extreme cold this weekend.
Governor declares State of Preparedness; cities prepare for hazardous conditions.
Baltimore and Annapolis implement emergency plans, including free parking and warming shelters.

Maryland is preparing for a significant winter storm forecast to bring hazardous road conditions, heavy snow, ice, and extreme cold from Saturday night into early Monday morning. Governor Wes Moore has declared a "State of Preparedness" to coordinate statewide response efforts.

A Winter Storm Watch has been issued for several counties and Baltimore City, with forecasters predicting heavy snowfall rates of 1 to 3 inches per hour, potentially accumulating over six inches in the Baltimore region. Temperatures are expected to be in the teens, causing rapid snow accumulation and the possibility of sleet and freezing rain.

Baltimore is actively preparing by pretreating roads with brine, especially critical areas like bridges and overpasses. City crews are ready for continuous plowing and treatment operations. A Code Blue Extreme Cold Alert has also been activated, providing resources and warming shelters for vulnerable residents.