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High Wind Warning
Issued: 11:40 AM Feb. 7, 2026 – National Weather Service
...EXTREME COLD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST SUNDAY...
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, northwest winds 20 to 30 mph
with gusts up to 60 mph expected. For the Cold Weather Advisory,
very cold wind chills as low as 10 to 25 degrees below zero
expected.

* WHERE...Portions of north central and western Maryland, northwest
and western Virginia, and eastern and panhandle West Virginia.

* WHEN...For the Extreme Cold Warning, until 10 AM EST Sunday. For
the High Wind Warning, until 7 PM EST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles. The dangerously cold wind
chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed
skin in as little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wind chills will remain at or below zero
during the day on Saturday due to windy conditions and cold
temperatures.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution
if you must drive.

Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must
go outside.

Keep pets indoors as much as possible.

Make sure outdoor animals have a warm, dry shelter, food, and
unfrozen water.

Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure
portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills
inside.

If you do not have heat in your home or lack shelter, you can call
211 or visit your county or city website for assistance locating
appropriate shelter from the cold.

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Extreme Cold Warning
Issued: 11:40 AM Feb. 7, 2026 – National Weather Service
...EXTREME COLD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST SUNDAY...
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, northwest winds 20 to 30 mph
with gusts up to 60 mph expected. For the Cold Weather Advisory,
very cold wind chills as low as 10 to 25 degrees below zero
expected.

* WHERE...Portions of north central and western Maryland, northwest
and western Virginia, and eastern and panhandle West Virginia.

* WHEN...For the Extreme Cold Warning, until 10 AM EST Sunday. For
the High Wind Warning, until 7 PM EST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles. The dangerously cold wind
chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed
skin in as little as 30 minutes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wind chills will remain at or below zero
during the day on Saturday due to windy conditions and cold
temperatures.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution
if you must drive.

Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must
go outside.

Keep pets indoors as much as possible.

Make sure outdoor animals have a warm, dry shelter, food, and
unfrozen water.

Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure
portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills
inside.

If you do not have heat in your home or lack shelter, you can call
211 or visit your county or city website for assistance locating
appropriate shelter from the cold.

&&

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