Full Notification

* WHAT...Significant icing expected from freezing rain. Ice accumulations of up to one quarter of an inch, with the highest amounts on the ridges. Snow and sleet accumulations less than one inch.

* WHERE...In Maryland, Central and Eastern Allegany County. In West Virginia, Western Mineral and Eastern Mineral Counties.

* WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 10 AM EST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Power outages and tree damage are likely due to the ice. Travel could be treacherous.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Light mixed precipitation may occur at times today, but a prolonged period of freezing rain will lead to greater impacts tonight into Friday morning.

* AFFECTED AREAS: CENTRAL AND EASTERN ALLEGANY ... WESTERN MINERAL ... EASTERN MINERAL

Instructions:

Travel is strongly discouraged. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Prepare for possible power outages. When venturing outside, watch your first few steps taken on steps, sidewalks, and driveways, which could be icy and slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury.