Maryland Gov. Wes Moore issued an executive order late Sunday declaring a state of emergency as a powerful winter storm approached with forecasts calling for heavy snow across much of the state.
Moore’s executive order noted the potential for hazardous road conditions, power outages, transportation interruptions and sustained temperatures below freezing.
Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott also declared a local state of emergency for the city late Sunday.
The mayor’s executive order “mobilizes the City of Baltimore’s Emergency Operations Plan to deploy emergency resources and activates additional resources needed to tackle the emergency situation.”
Scott said the emergency order will be in effect for 48 hours, but could be extended or canceled early, if needed.
The National Weather Service issued a winter storm warning for the entire state of Maryland on Sunday. Heavy snow is expected in the Baltimore region beginning in the pre-dawn hours on Monday.
According to the NWS forecast, “snow and sleet accumulations between 5 and 10 inches, with amounts of up to 16 inches possible in isolated spots if heavy banding sets up in this area.”
I have declared a State of Emergency in Maryland in preparation for the incoming winter storm.
For alerts, text “MdReady” to 211-631. Stay warm, stay safe, and let’s take care of each other, Maryland. pic.twitter.com/7wEY6HONFb
— Governor Wes Moore (@GovWesMoore) January 6, 2025
