Active Weather Alerts
High Wind Warning
Issued: 2:30 PM Feb. 6, 2026 – National Weather Service
...EXTREME COLD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM SATURDAY TO 10 AM EST SUNDAY... ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 7 PM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 10 to 15 degrees below zero expected. For the High Wind Warning, northwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. * WHERE...Central and Southeast Howard, Northwest Howard, Northwest Montgomery, Cecil, Northern Baltimore, Northwest Harford, Southeast Harford, and Southern Baltimore Counties. * WHEN...For the Extreme Cold Warning, from 4 AM Saturday to 10 AM EST Sunday. For the High Wind Warning, from 4 AM to 7 PM EST Saturday. * 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 cold wind chills as low as 15 below zero could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. * 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. &&
Extreme Cold Warning
Issued: 2:30 PM Feb. 6, 2026 – National Weather Service
...EXTREME COLD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM SATURDAY TO 10 AM EST SUNDAY... ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 7 PM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 10 to 15 degrees below zero expected. For the High Wind Warning, northwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. * WHERE...Central and Southeast Howard, Northwest Howard, Northwest Montgomery, Cecil, Northern Baltimore, Northwest Harford, Southeast Harford, and Southern Baltimore Counties. * WHEN...For the Extreme Cold Warning, from 4 AM Saturday to 10 AM EST Sunday. For the High Wind Warning, from 4 AM to 7 PM EST Saturday. * 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 cold wind chills as low as 15 below zero could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. * 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. &&
Special Weather Statement
Issued: 2:22 PM Feb. 6, 2026 – National Weather Service
...POTENTIAL WINTER COMMUTING HAZARD FOR THE WASHINGTON AND BALTIMORE METRO AREAS, CENTRAL AND SOUTHERN MARYLAND, AND NORTHERN VIRGINIA THROUGH THIS EVENING... There is a potential for hazardous commuting conditions for this afternoon and evening's commute. A period of light snow is LIKELY (a 60 percent chance) during this time. The best chance for snow will be between 1 PM and 7 PM with a coating to an inch of snow accumulation likely. If this threat does materialize, any untreated roads could quickly turn snow covered and slippery. This could lead to hazardous traveling conditions. If commuting this afternoon and evening, be aware of the POSSIBILITY of significant travel disruptions. Plan ahead by allowing for extra travel time, and consider using public transportation and telework options. Stay tuned for updates on this potential winter weather episode.
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