A powerful winter storm is sweeping across the Mid-Atlantic, putting Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania at risk from “hazardous ice.” Forecasters warn that the system could create dangerous conditions as it moves through the region.
Meteorologists say “freezing rain” combined with “strong winds” may make travel extremely unsafe, disrupt power lines, and lead to outages. Even short trips could become risky as conditions worsen.
Unlike snow, ice forms quietly, covering roads and sidewalks with a “slick, invisible layer” that drivers and pedestrians may not see until it’s too late. Officials caution that this makes accidents more likely, especially during overnight and early morning hours.
Residents are urged to limit travel, prepare for possible power interruptions, and monitor local weather alerts as the storm continues to move east.
