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High Wind Warning
Issued: 2:30 PM Feb. 6, 2026 – National Weather Service
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 7 PM EST SATURDAY... ...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM SATURDAY TO 10 AM EST SUNDAY... * 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 20 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 High Wind Warning, from 4 AM to 7 PM EST Saturday. For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 4 AM Saturday to 10 AM EST Sunday. * 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. Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make sure outdoor animals have a warm, dry shelter, food, and unfrozen water. &&
Cold Weather Advisory
Issued: 2:30 PM Feb. 6, 2026 – National Weather Service
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 7 PM EST SATURDAY... ...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM SATURDAY TO 10 AM EST SUNDAY... * 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 20 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 High Wind Warning, from 4 AM to 7 PM EST Saturday. For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 4 AM Saturday to 10 AM EST Sunday. * 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. Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make sure outdoor animals have a warm, dry shelter, food, and unfrozen water. &&
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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