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From Windstorms to Snowstorms, More Hazardous Weather in Howard County
The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning.
Just when it was starting to feel like spring, the National Weather Service is calling for a serious blast of winter tonight.
A winter storm warning is in effect, starting at 9 p.m. NWS is forecasting a bit of sleet, followed by snow overnight. The snow could get heavy at times, and by tomorrow morning, we could have up to 8 inches, according to NWS.
The heaviest snow is forecast for 1 – 5 a.m., when temperatures are expected to drop to the mid 20s, and northeast winds will reach up to 20 mph.
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BGE calls power outages “likely,” especially after the winds last week that weakened smaller trees and tree branches. In a statement, BGE spokeswoman Linda Foy said bad road conditions may also slow BGE crew response times.
Check back for weather-related closings, cancelations and postponements.
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