Winter Storm hits DC: Snow, ice that causes dangerous travel conditions

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Snowstorm Pummels DC, Maryland, Virginia: Latest Updates and Totals

The snow has continued to fall over the DC region. Several inches of snow are gathered on the ground. Fox 5 -Meteorologist Mike Thomas has the latest forecast.

Washington And Snow began to fall into the DC metro area around 2 p.m. 14 Tuesday, starting as lightweight, fine flakes before they intensified as heavier snow bands pushed north.

As conditions deteriorate, says Fox 5’s Caitlin Roth that travel could become dangerous throughout the night.

Further south, Fredericksburg experienced heavily snowfall, which led to significant accumulation (4.5 inches). Similar conditions are expected to spread north into the metro area.

Read more: Snow -Totals in DC, Maryland, Virginia: How much has fallen so far?

Radar images show widespread snowfall throughout the region with the heaviest accumulations reported in Spotsylvania and Stafford -emergence as well as parts of the southern Maryland.

Areas under Winter Storm warnings, including Charlottesville and Beaverdam, Virginia (highlighted in pink on weather maps), supports for significant snowfall plots around 5-8 inches.

DC Snow: Rush Hour forecast

Fox 5’s Caitlin Roth delivers a forecast of Rushtid -time forces going home in the snow,

Baltimore, Hagerstown and Frederick, Maryland remain during winter weather counseling.

These areas expect lower accumulation but still experience snow -covered roads and reduced visibility.

In DC, temperatures have dropped to less than 33 degrees in Reagan National Airport, with visibility reduced to only one kilometer.

Officials urge drivers to stay away from the roads if possible when conditions worsen in the evening.

DC Snow Prognosis: Winter Storm -Warners as DMV prepares for winter weather

Winter Storm -Warners and Consultants

A Winter Storm warning has been issued from 1 p.m. 13 this afternoon until 7 p.m.

Further north in parts of Maryland, Extreme Western Allegany and Garrett counties and in Western Mineral County in West Virginia, a winter weather advice is in effect from 1 p.m. 11 Tuesday morning to 7 Wednesday.

Heavy evening snow over the DC region

The heaviest snowfall speeds are expected between 7 p.m. 17 and midnight, which contributes to most of the accumulation.

Snow is expected to be putting overnight, giving way to Ryding Heaven Wednesday Morning.

The DC metro area is expected to receive 4 to 6 inches of snow, where localized areas to the north potentially look up to 8 inches, while total to the south may be lower.

Travel conditions

As conditions continue to develop, officials advise residents to stay informed, show caution on roads and avoid unnecessary journeys until the storm passes.

BWI Airport:

Due to low ceilings, there was a traffic management program in force for traffic arriving at Baltimore-Washington International Airport. FAA reported that operations returned to normal at about 1 p.m. 20

General Delays in Departure: Traffic experiences gate teams and taxi delays that last 15 minutes or less.

General Arrival Delays: Arrival traffic experiences airborne delays in 15 minutes or less.

Brandywine, MD:

Snow, ice that creates destruction on Maryland Roads

Fox 5S Josh Rosenthal reports from Brandywine, Maryland, where snow and ice erupt the destruction on the roads.

Montgomery County, MD:

Riding along with snow herds that clear the Montgomery County -roads

Fox 5’s Homa Bash rode with snow herds as they worked to clear roads in Montgomery County, Maryland.

Woodbridge, va:

Winter storm that causes dangerous conditions on virginia -roads

Fox 5’s Julie Donaldson tracks the winter storm in Woodbridge, Virginia.

Charles County, MD:

Tracking winter storm conditions in Charles County

Fox 5 -Meteorologist Gwen Tolbart tracks the winter storm conditions in Charles County. She talked to shoppers who the fashion of the snow to grab some groceries at the last minute.

Fredericksburg, VA:

Virginia Snow: Road conditions worsen

Fox 5’s David Kaplan reports from Fredericksburg, Virginia, where the snow has come down vigorously all afternoon. Road roads also begin to accumulate a lot of snow.

Arlington, VA:

Northern Virginia Snow: Trucks ready to plow roads

Fox 5S Tisha Lewis reports from Arlington, where the snow picks up and affects the journey.

Falls Church, VA:

Snow covers route 50 in Virginia

Fox 5’s Lili Zheng reports from Falls Church, Virginia, where route 50 is the rug with snow.

DC:

Winter Weather DC: Snow Emergency issued

A SNOW SUNDER SITUATION HAS ARRIVED BUNDING IN THE DC SNOW SPECIAL SITUSE STAYS INCLUSED THROUGH AT LEAST OF THURSDAY. Fox 5S Tom Fitzgerald has the latest details.

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