Non-Precipitation Warnings / Watches / Advisories
Issued by NWS Sterling, VA
Issued by NWS Sterling, VA
452 WWUS71 KLWX 152243 NPWLWX URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC 543 PM EST Thu Jan 15 2026 MDZ509-510-VAZ503-WVZ501-505-160645- /O.CON.KLWX.CW.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-260116T1200Z/ Western Garrett-Eastern Garrett-Western Highland-Western Grant- Western Pendleton- 543 PM EST Thu Jan 15 2026 ...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 16 below. * WHERE...In Maryland, Eastern Garrett and Western Garrett Counties. In Virginia, Western Highland County. In West Virginia, Western Grant and Western Pendleton Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Friday. * IMPACTS...The cold wind chills as low as 15 below zero could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not taken. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. Very cold temperatures can lead to hypothermia with prolonged exposure. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make sure outdoor animals have a warm, dry shelter, food, and unfrozen water. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside. && $$ LFR