{"id":5924,"date":"2016-02-08T14:26:28","date_gmt":"2016-02-08T19:26:28","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/news.maryland.gov\/mema\/?p=5924"},"modified":"2016-02-08T14:26:28","modified_gmt":"2016-02-08T19:26:28","slug":"next-winter-weather-storm-arriving-in-maryland-later-today","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/news.maryland.gov\/mdem\/2016\/02\/08\/next-winter-weather-storm-arriving-in-maryland-later-today\/","title":{"rendered":"Next Winter Weather Storm Arriving in Maryland Later Today"},"content":{"rendered":"

Tuesday Morning Commute Could be Slippery, Slow, and Dangerous\u00a0<\/em><\/h4>\n

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REISTERSTOWN, Md. (February 8, 2016)<\/strong> \u2014\u00a0Another round of snow is headed toward Maryland today. Forecasters are expecting precipitation to begin in western Maryland Monday afternoon and then head east throughout the evening. The National Weather Service is currently forecasting approximately a half foot of snow in central and northern Maryland. Western Maryland is more likely to receive additional snow totaling more than six inches while southern Maryland and the eastern shore will likely get less. Even with some uncertainty in the forecast, it is increasingly likely that Tuesday morning\u2019s commute could be slippery, slow, and dangerous.<\/p>\n

\u201cWith another snow system on its way to Maryland, it\u2019s important for our citizens to remember that any amount of snow or ice on the roads can make conditions dangerous,\u201d said Governor Larry Hogan. \u201cOur agencies are busy preparing for any amount of snow that we might experience \u2013 state highway crews are pre-treating roads and will be fully ready to clear them if accumulation builds throughout the night. We are encouraging motorists to remain cautious and to use common sense if they need to travel.\u201d<\/p>\n

According to the National Weather Service, the location of the rain-snow line is unclear. This will dictate which areas of Maryland receive snow, rain, or a wintry mix.<\/p>\n

\u201cThough there is some uncertainty in the current forecast, it is important that Marylanders be aware of the incoming winter storm, follow local weather forecast offices and news, and communicate with their friends and families before, during, and after winter storms,\u201d said Maryland Emergency Management Agency Executive Director Russell Strickland.<\/p>\n

In addition, residents should consider taking the following actions prior to any winter storm:<\/p>\n