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Winter Weather Advisories Issued for Maryland and Northern Virginia as Ice Threatens Friday Travel

Forecasters expect light snow with dangerous icing, prompting a strong travel warning from the National Weather Service.

Overview

  • Advisories begin as early as 10 a.m. Friday across multiple counties in Maryland and northern Virginia, lasting into Friday night.
  • Snow totals are generally expected to stay near an inch or less, with the primary hazard coming from freezing rain and glaze.
  • Northern Maryland could see roughly 0.1 to 0.4 inches of ice accumulation, creating very slippery roads and sidewalks.
  • The National Weather Service says travel is strongly discouraged and urges drivers to carry supplies and prepare for possible power outages.
  • Maryland State Highway Administration crews will monitor pavement and air temperatures and salt as needed, with officials flagging early impacts west around 7–8 a.m. and a wintry mix near the I‑95 corridor between 11 a.m. and noon, as AAA anticipates heavy post‑holiday traffic.