Dangerous Ice Storm Spreads Across the Mid-Atlantic, Prompting Travel and Power Warnings
A powerful winter storm is moving across the Mid-Atlantic, putting parts of Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania on alert for dangerous ice conditions. Forecasters warn that freezing rain and strong winds could lead to hazardous travel, power outages, and fallen trees, with ice creating nearly invisible but extremely slick roads and sidewalks.
The highest risk areas include western and north-central Maryland, northwestern Virginia, eastern West Virginia, and central to western Pennsylvania, where cold surface air is allowing ice to accumulate quickly. Emergency officials urge residents to avoid unnecessary travel and prepare for possible outages.
Airports, schools, and local governments are taking precautions, while residents are advised to charge devices, stock essentials, and check on vulnerable neighbors. Even a thin layer of ice can cause widespread disruption, and officials stress caution until conditions improve later in the week.
