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Cold Weather Advisory
Issued: 2:30 PM Feb. 6, 2026 – National Weather Service
...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM SATURDAY TO 10 AM EST SUNDAY... * WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 3 degrees below zero expected. * WHERE...Orange and Spotsylvania Counties. * WHEN...From 4 AM Saturday to 10 AM EST Sunday. * IMPACTS...The cold wind chills as low as 10 below zero could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken. * 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... 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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