One product issued by NWS for: 3 Miles NW Circleville WV
Winter Storm Watch
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC 958 AM EST Thu Jan 22 2026 ...MAJOR WINTER STORM POSSIBLE THIS WEEKEND... .A large area of precipitation will overrun Arctic air in place over the Mid-Atlantic. This will likely lead to widespread significant snow beginning late Saturday, with the potential for ice Sunday especially south of Highway 50 and near and east of Interstate 95. In addition to the high threat for significant snow and ice, very cold temperatures are expected Friday night through the middle of next week with sub-zero wind chills likely at times. MDZ501-509-510-VAZ503-WVZ501-503-505-222300- /O.EXP.KLWX.WW.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-260122T1500Z/ /O.CON.KLWX.WS.A.0001.260124T1800Z-260126T1800Z/ Extreme Western Allegany-Western Garrett-Eastern Garrett-Western Highland-Western Grant-Western Mineral-Western Pendleton- 958 AM EST Thu Jan 22 2026 ...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH MONDAY AFTERNOON... ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 10 AM EST THIS MORNING... * WHAT...Heavy snow mixed with sleet possible. There is a high likelihood of at least 6 inches of snow, with over a foot possible. Ice accumulation is also possible, especially south of Highway 50 and west of the Allegheny Front. Winds could gust as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Portions of western Maryland, western Virginia, and eastern West Virginia. * WHEN...From Saturday afternoon through Monday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday morning and Monday morning commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow will likely overspread the area Saturday afternoon, becoming heavy at times Saturday night with rates of one to two inches per hour possible at times. A mix with sleet or freezing rain is possible Sunday, especially south of Highway 50 and west of the Allegheny Front. Precipitation is most likely to change back to snow and linger west of the Allegheny Front Sunday night into Monday morning. Visibility of one-quarter mile or less is possible at times. A prolonged period of sub-zero wind chills is likely beginning Friday evening and lasting through the middle of next week. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. Now is the time to make preparations for the storm. This includes getting any necessary groceries or medicines that you may not be able to access this weekend into early next week due to any potential closure. Have an emergency kit in the car including extra batteries, a flashlight, and blanket just in case you get stranded. Make sure to refuel or charge your car before the storm hits. Check on elderly friends, family, and neighbors and don`t forget about pets or livestock during this prolonged cold period. && $$