Winter Storm Warning: Major Snow and Blizzard Threat Across Maryland
A powerful winter storm is now bearing down on Maryland and officials are warning that this system could bring dangerous travel conditions, heavy snow and even blizzard-like impacts in some areas.
The National Weather Service has issued Winter Storm Warnings across much of the state as a coastal system strengthens along the East Coast. What begins as rain Sunday will not stay that way for long. As colder air pushes in from the northwest, that rain is expected to switch over to snow by Sunday evening and it could fall steadily through the overnight hours into Monday morning.
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Forecasters say the heaviest impacts will likely hit northeastern Maryland and the Eastern Shore. Some communities there could see snowfall totals pushing toward 8 to 10 inches and in isolated spots even higher amounts are possible. Wind gusts could reach 40 miles per hour near the coast, raising the risk of blowing snow and sharply reduced visibility. That combination is what raises concerns about near-blizzard conditions in vulnerable areas.
Closer to the Baltimore metro and along the I-95 corridor, snowfall totals are expected in the 3 to 6 inch range. That may not sound extreme, but timing is everything. Snow is forecast to intensify overnight Sunday into early Monday, right as many people prepare for the morning commute. Roads could turn slick quickly, especially as temperatures dip below freezing. Bridges and overpasses will freeze first and visibility may drop during heavier bands.
In response, Maryland Governor Wes Moore has declared a State of Preparedness. State agencies are coordinating resources, road crews are preparing for treatment operations and emergency management teams are urging residents to avoid unnecessary travel. Baltimore City’s Emergency Operations Center is also set to activate as a precaution.
This storm matters because it is not just about snow totals. It is about impact. Wet roads turning icy, strong winds creating whiteout conditions and the possibility of scattered power outages if heavy snow weighs down trees and lines. And with temperatures staying chilly into early next week, melting will not happen immediately.
By midweek, milder air should arrive and help clear out remaining snow, but the next 24 to 48 hours will be critical.
Stay with us for continuous updates on this developing winter storm, track conditions in your area and make sure you are prepared before the snow begins to fall.
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