Full Notification

* WHAT...Significant icing expected. Ice accumulations of one quarter to to one half of an inch, with localized higher amounts nearing three quarters of an inch along the ridges. Total sleet accumulations of up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...In Maryland, Garrett and Extreme Western Allegany Counties. In West Virginia, Western Grant and Western Mineral Counties.

* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 10 PM EST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Power outages and tree damage are likely due to the ice and strong winds. Travel will be nearly impossible. The hazardous conditions will impact the morning and evening commutes on Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wintry precipitation begins this evening, then becomes more intense overnight into Thursday morning. Freezing rain likely continues along the ridges through Thursday evening.

* AFFECTED AREAS: GARRETT ... EXTREME WESTERN ALLEGANY ... WESTERN GRANT ... WESTERN 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.