Dusting of snow possible in Baltimore area on Friday, Winter Storm Warning issued for western Maryland

BALTIMORE, MD—The first significant winter weather system of the year will move through Maryland this weekend. In western Maryland, a Winter Storm Warning has been issued for Garrett County, as heavy snow is expected. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches are possible, with 1 to 2 feet possible locally along the ridgetops. Winds will be gusting as high […]

Winter Storm Watch issued for western Maryland as first significant snowfall expected, flurries possible in Baltimore area

BALTIMORE, MD—The first major winter storm of the season is set to move into western Maryland, and some flurries are possible in the Baltimore area as well. In western Maryland, the watch will be in effect from Thursday afternoon through Saturday morning, with snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches are expected.  Higher amounts are possible in some locations.  Wind […]

Baltimore County activates freezing weather shelter plan ahead of cold weather season

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County on Friday activated its freezing weather shelter plan in preparation for the impending cold weather season. In place through April 15, the plan allows for the activation of the cold weather shelters for individuals experiencing homelessness when the forecast calls for freezing weather. Freezing Weather Shelters During the day, public facilities such as libraries, senior and community […]

Winter Storm Watch issued for northern Baltimore County

UPDATE: A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for southern Baltimore County and Baltimore City through 7 a.m. on Saturday. Original story below… BALTIMORE, MD—The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch for northern Baltimore County. The watch will be in effect from Friday evening through Saturday morning. Forecasters say heavy snow possible throughout the Baltimore area. Total […]

Expected snow totals increase slightly for Saturday morning in Baltimore area

UPDATE: A Winter Storm Watch has been issued for portions of the Baltimore area. Original story below… ——— BALTIMORE, MD—Both the probability of snow and total expected accumulations for Saturday morning in the Baltimore area have increased. The National Weather Service now says there is a 90% chance that the Baltimore area will see 1 inch or more of total […]

Clipper system likely to bring snow to Baltimore area to start weekend

UPDATE: Expected snow totals have increased slightly. Original story below… BALTIMORE, MD—The next potential snow-maker for the Baltimore area will arrive early this weekend. Forecasters say a clipper system is expected to bring accumulating snow to central Maryland late Friday night and into Saturday morning. While it’s still too early to pin down specific amounts, preliminary forecasts seem to indicate […]

Baltimore County, Harford County Public Schools to open 2 hours late on Tuesday

UPDATE: BCPS will now be closed on Tuesday and HCPS will be asynchronous. Original story below… ——— NOTTINGHAM, MD—As another round of wintry weather approaches the Baltimore area, two local school systems have announced delayed openings for Tuesday. Due to impending inclement weather, all Baltimore County Public Schools and offices will open two hours late on Tuesday morning, February 13, […]