Yesterday’s 2-5 inches of snow blanketed the
Maryland, Washington, D.C., and Virginia area and was the first true snow storm
to hit the area this season. While
forecasted as a minor clipper system only expected to drop and inch or two, it over-performed
and caught drivers and school administrators off guard. As is the case every year, the first snow
also leads to a headache for drivers as many people forget how to drive safely
in inclement weather. Snow and ice
covered roads made travel treacherous and a nightmare for many during Tuesday
morning’s commute. Most schools decided
to close or delay classes, while some operated on a normal schedule, prompting
several complaints from parents. In Anne
Arundel County and Baltimore City, schools opened on time, forcing buses and
parents to drive their children to school by braving the dangerous conditions
on the roads. Several accidents were
reported across the state, including three Anne Arundel County students being
injured on their way to school.
While
the snow has stopped falling, conditions outside are still somewhat hazardous with
icy and snow-covered side streets and sidewalks. Everyone needs to remember to take their
time, whether driving or walking, to avoid accidents and injuries.
Next,
our area can expect dangerously cold temperatures and windy conditions to move
in for the next few days. Tonight’s low
temperature is forecasted to be in the single digits with a wind chill advisory
going into effect due to winds gusting over 40 mph. Wind chills tonight and tomorrow will be 5-10
degrees below zero for the entire area.
Be safe, bundle up, and avoid spending long periods of time outside.
If
you or a family member has been in a car accident that is the fault of another
driver, or would like more information on personal injuries, please call us at
(410) 995-1515 for a free consultation or visit us on the web at http://www.portnerandshure.com/Personal-Injury/
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