Baltimore, Maryland – Mountain roads across far western Maryland and eastern West Virginia could become snow-packed before sunrise Sunday, with heavy accumulation and strong winds threatening travel into Monday afternoon.
According to the National Weather Service in Baltimore/Washington, a Winter Storm Watch remains in effect from late tonight through Monday afternoon for Garrett County in Maryland, Western Highland County in Virginia, and western Grant and Pendleton counties in West Virginia. Forecasters say 6 inches or more of snow are possible, with wind gusts reaching 45 mph along higher ridges.
The storm is expected to intensify overnight, with accumulating snow spreading across western Garrett County first before expanding into the Allegheny Highlands. Roads such as U.S. 219, U.S. 50 and mountain stretches of Route 32 could turn slick and snow-covered, especially during heavier bursts Sunday and again early Monday.
Blowing snow may reduce visibility on exposed ridgelines, and gusty winds could snap tree limbs, leading to isolated power outages. Both the Monday morning and evening commutes face potential disruption if snowfall totals reach warning criteria.
Residents should prepare for deteriorating travel conditions, secure loose outdoor items and monitor forecast updates. Watches may be upgraded to warnings as confidence increases in snowfall totals and wind impacts.
