The latest weather data shows Anne Arundel and other southern and central counties could see 9 to 11 inches of snow on Monday, while meteorologists predict the heaviest part of the storm will move across Central Maryland — prompting increased snowfall forecasts across the state.
Baltimore’s expected 4 to 6 inches forecast was increased to 6 to 9 inches, and northern counties such as Harford, Cecil and northern Baltimore County are expected to see 5 to 7 inches, according to Fox45’s chief meteorologist Gerard Jebaily.
The entire state is under a winter storm warning starting Sunday, with Governor Wes Moore declaring a state of alert on Saturday, increasing the state’s ability to respond effectively to potential weather hazards.
A news release from the governor said snow accumulation and freezing temperatures will likely have the most impact on transportation across the state.
“Roads are expected to be icy and unavoidable travel should be done with extreme caution,” the release said.
Snowfall in the Baltimore area is expected to begin after 2 a.m. Monday and is expected to continue throughout the day as snow mixed with freezing rain is expected before 4 p.m.
The snow is expected to remain likely until about 7pm on Monday evening. Any freezing rain is expected to change to snow after 7pm as snowfall is forecast to gradually end after that.
Ahead of the snowfall late Sunday, conditions in the Baltimore area are expected to be mostly sunny with a high near 33 and wind speeds ranging from 13 to 16 mph with gusts up to 23 mph.
Sunday’s low is expected to be 25 degrees. The chance of precipitation on Sunday night is estimated at 90%.
The maximum temperature for Monday is expected to be 29 degrees, with an expected 100% chance of precipitation.
Ahead of the snowfall, the city began treating its roads with brine late Thursday night and will do so again ahead of Sunday’s expected snowstorm, said Veobia Akilo, interim director of the Baltimore Department of Transportation. The city’s winter shelters will operate through Tuesday.
The city’s health department has issued a Code Blue Extreme Cold Alert from Saturday to Tuesday, meaning there is an increased risk of cold-related injuries such as frostbite and hypothermia. Those seeking shelter can contact the city’s Shelter Hotline at 443-984-9540.
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