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Grant County Emergency Management & 911
Saturday January 18th, 2025 :: 07:47 a.m. EST

Alert

Winter Storm Warning until 07:00PM Sunday

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 7 inches.

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

* WHEN...From 7 AM to 7 PM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions will impact travel. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow will overspread the area Sunday morning and continue through the afternoon before tapering off during the evening. Snowfall rates could approach 1 inch an hour at times.

* AFFECTED AREAS: EXTREME WESTERN ALLEGANY ... EASTERN GRANT ... WESTERN MINERAL ... EASTERN MINERAL

Instructions:

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is winterized and in good working order.

Address/Location
Grant County Emergency Management & 911
155 Technology Ln
Petersburg, WV 26847

Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 304-257-2140

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Alert Details

Severity:
Severe - Significant threat to life or property
Urgency:
Expected - Responsive action SHOULD be taken soon (within next hour)
Certainty:
Likely (p > ~50%)
Category:
Meteorological (inc. flood)
Event:
Winter Storm Warning

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