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Governor Declares State Of Emergency As Maryland Battles Winter Storm Governor Declares State Of Emergency As Maryland Battles Winter Storm
Governor Declares State Of Emergency As Maryland Battles Winter Storm Maryland Governor Wes Moore declared a State of Emergency as the region battles a major winter storm that is blanketing parts of the state with upwards of a foot of snow. State government were shut down on Monday, Jan. 6, as the storm moves through, bringing hazardous conditions and extreme cold.  I have declared a State of Emergency in Maryland in preparation for the incoming winter storm.For alerts, text "MdReady" to 211-631. Stay warm, stay safe, and let's take care of each other, Maryland. pic.twitter.com/7wEY6HONFb — Governor Wes Moore (@GovWesMoore) January 6, 2025 Officials…
New Snowfall Projection Map Released: These Areas In Maryland Will See Most Accumulation New Snowfall Projection Map Released: These Areas In Maryland Will See Most Accumulation
New Snowfall Projection Map Released: These Areas In Maryland Will See Most Accumulation A massive cross-country storm affecting a dozen states is nearing the East Coast, bringing new projections for precipitation timing and snowfall accumulation.  Some areas in the Northeast could see up to a foot of snow. The storm's time frame is overnight Sunday, Jan. 5, through Monday evening, Jan. 6. The heaviest snowfall is expected in southernmost areas, including Maryland and Virginia, according to the National Weather Service. Central and Southern New Jersey/Southern Pennsylvania: 3 to 6 inches of snow. Northern New Jersey, New York City, Long Island, Lower Hudson Valley, and C…
Cross-Country Storm Packed With Snow, Ice Takes Aim On Northeast Cross-Country Storm Packed With Snow, Ice Takes Aim On Northeast
Cross-Country Storm Packed With Snow, Ice Takes Aim On Northeast A quick-moving New Year's Eve storm system that brought some natural fireworks as 2025 arrived will be followed by strong wind gusts of up to 50 miles per hour that could lead to power outages before a winter storms makes its way to the East Coast. Temps will become more seasonable on Thursday, Jan. 2, with lingering strong winds making it feel colder. From Friday, Jan. 3 to Sunday, Jan. 12, temperatures will be between 12 and 25 degrees below the historical average.  The return of colder air will set the stage for a massive storm that will move along a 1,500-mile-long zone from the M…
Weekend Fire Forces Courts To Close Amid Ongoing Power Outages In Baltimore Weekend Fire Forces Courts To Close Amid Ongoing Power Outages In Baltimore
Weekend Fire Forces Courts To Close Amid Ongoing Power Outages In Baltimore Sunday's fire in downtown Baltimore has forced continued chaos for some in the city as crews work around the clock to repair power to all those impacted. At around 5 a.m. on Sept. 29, crews were called to the 300 block of North Charles Street, where there was a reported fire inside a manhole with flames showing near the intersection of Pleasant Street. On Monday, crews were still working to restore power to dozens of residents and businesses, forcing the closure of all courts during the day, according to the sheriff's office. ALERT: Due to emergency road closures, all Baltimore City cou…
Thousands In Maryland Without Power While Storms Roll Through Region Thousands In Maryland Without Power While Storms Roll Through Region
Thousands In Maryland Without Power While Storms Roll Through Region Tropical Storm Debby wreaked havoc for some residents in Maryland as wild winds and heavy rains left thousands without power on Friday afternoon. A total of 704 active outages were reported by Baltimore Gas and Electric as of 5 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 9, which were impacting 14,526 of the company's 1,332,781 customers. Baltimore Gas and Electric Outages, by county:  Baltimore: 6,046; Harford: 2,405; Baltimore City: 1,992; Anne Arundel: 1,170; Carroll: 1,212; Howard: 610; Montgomery: 203; Prince George's: 60; Calvert: 6.  According to BGE, crews are working around the clock and 80 percent o…
Thousands Still Without Power In Maryland Following Weekend Storms Thousands Still Without Power In Maryland Following Weekend Storms
Thousands Still Without Power In Maryland Following Weekend Storms Thousands in Maryland are still reported power outages following weekend storms that swept through the region and caused chaos for some. On Monday, Aug. 5, Baltimore Gas and Electric was reporting that 6,457 residents or business were still without power out of their 1.333 million customers as crews continue to work around the clock to repair 542 active outages. As of 12:45 p.m., Baltimore Gas and Electric was still reporting outages in Baltimore City (4,781), Baltimore (1,328), Anne Arundel (222), and Calvert (six) counties. Crews are focused on removing debris from roadways, so some d…