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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
1117 AM EST Wed Jan 8 2025

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Western Grant-
1117 AM EST Wed Jan 8 2025

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON EST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 4 and 8
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...Western Grant County.

* WHEN...Until noon EST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Brief whiteout conditions are possible with visibilities
  dropping below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. The
  strong winds and weight of snow on tree limbs may down power lines
  and could cause sporadic power outages. Travel could be very
  difficult along US-48 west of Scherr, WV. The hazardous conditions
  look to worsen during the overnight hours.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall rates around 0.5 to 1 inch per hour
  are possible at times through Thursday morning especially in
  embedded snow squalls. Wind chills of 15 to -5 are possible
  through Thursday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you
must go outside, dress in layers. Several layers of clothes will
keep you warmer than a single heavy coat. Cover exposed skin to
reduce your risk of frostbite or hypothermia. Gloves, a scarf, and a
hat will keep you from losing your body heat.

Persons should consider delaying all travel. Motorists should use
extreme caution if travel is absolutely necessary.

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Western Pendleton-
1117 AM EST Wed Jan 8 2025

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON EST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 4 and 8
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...Western Pendleton County.

* WHEN...Until noon EST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Brief whiteout conditions are possible with visibilities
  dropping below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. The
  strong winds and weight of snow on tree limbs may down power lines
  and could cause sporadic power outages. Travel could be very
  difficult along US-33 near the Eastern Continental Divide. The
  hazardous conditions look to worsen during the overnight hours.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall rates around 0.5 to 1 inch per hour
  are possible at times through Thursday morning especially in
  embedded snow squalls. Wind chills of 15 to -5 are possible
  through Thursday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you
must go outside, dress in layers. Several layers of clothes will
keep you warmer than a single heavy coat. Cover exposed skin to
reduce your risk of frostbite or hypothermia. Gloves, a scarf, and a
hat will keep you from losing your body heat.

Persons should consider delaying all travel. Motorists should use
extreme caution if travel is absolutely necessary.

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Garrett-Western Mineral-
1117 AM EST Wed Jan 8 2025

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON EST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations between 2 and 4 inches
  with upwards of 6 inches along and west of US-219. Winds gusting
  as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...In Maryland, Garrett County. In West Virginia, Western
  Mineral County.

* WHEN...Until noon EST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Brief whiteout conditions are possible with visibilities
  dropping below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. The
  strong winds and weight of snow on tree limbs may down power lines
  and could cause sporadic power outages. Travel could be very
  difficult along Interstate 68 and on US-40 west of Big Savage
  Mountain. The hazardous conditions look to worsen during the
  overnight hours.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall rates around 0.5 to 1 inch per hour
  are possible at times through Thursday morning especially in
  embedded snow squalls. Wind chills of 10 to -10 are expected at
  times through Thursday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.

Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you
must go outside, dress in layers. Several layers of clothes will
keep you warmer than a single heavy coat. Cover exposed skin to
reduce your risk of frostbite or hypothermia. Gloves, a scarf, and a
hat will keep you from losing your body heat.

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Extreme Western Allegany-Western Highland-
1117 AM EST Wed Jan 8 2025

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM EST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of one to three inches.
  Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...In Maryland, Extreme Western Allegany County. In Virginia,
  Western Highland County.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM EST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
  likely become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road
  conditions on I-68 and US-40 west of La Vale and US-250 west of
  Hightown, VA. The hazardous conditions could impact travel
  especially during the overnight hours. Strong winds could cause
  damage to trees and power lines.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall rates around 0.5 to 1 inch per hour
  are possible at times through Thursday morning especially in
  embedded snow squalls. Wind chills of 15 to -5 are possible
  through Thursday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.

Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while
driving. If you are going outside, watch your first few steps taken
on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and
slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury.

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Belak