Posted on 01/16/22
| News Source: Pikesville Patch
Snow will blanket Maryland Sunday afternoon. By early evening, forecasters say precipitation will shift to freezing rain and sleet along the Interstate 95 corridor.
Because temperatures are below freezing, forecasters say snow is expected to accumulate quickly.
Gov. Larry Hogan asked people to stay off the roads.
"Winter weather is expected to bring snowfall to much of the state this afternoon," Hogan said in a statement Sunday morning. He said the National Weather Service predicts up to an inch of snow an hour as a line of rain and snow pushes southeast to northwest.
"Our pretreatments and preparations are complete, and we ask Marylanders to avoid travel to the extent possible for the rest of the day," Hogan said. "Keeping the roads clear not only keeps you safe, it also gives crews and first responders room to carry out their duties. We will continue to monitor this winter weather closely, and provide updates as the day progresses."
Projected snow totals for central Maryland call for about 2 to 3 inches.
Western Maryland could get about 7 to 10 inches, with up to 14 inches of snow possible, according to the National Weather Service, which warned gusts up to 50 mph in Garrett and Allegany counties may create blizzard conditions.
A gale warning takes effect at 6 p.m. for all waters in the region, as low pressure moves through the region Sunday night, causing the potential for isolated wind damage, forecasters say.
"Stay home and off the roadways today and tomorrow morning!" the Maryland State Highway Administration advised Sunday. "Snow, sleet, rain, ice and wind expected. If you can, make plans to telework tomorrow or delay your commute."