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Extreme Cold Warnings for western MD mountains, Baltimore/DC metros, & lower/Eastern Shore. Cold Weather Advisories for the rest of the state. This will be a particularly unusual and highly impactful event. Prolonged period (24+ hours) of sub-zero wind chills and gusty winds. Lingering snow/ice on the ground could hamper clean-up/repair efforts. Strong winds could lead to power outages. Dress in layers, keep pets indoors as much as possible, and make frequent checks on older family, friends and neighbors.

Coldest Air This Winter Season late tonight into Sunday morning. Widespread sub-zero zero wind chills across most of the area late tonight into Sunday morning. Frostbite/hypothermia likely to occur in 30 minutes or less.

Wind chills of 20 to 30 below zero are expected over the mountains with -5 to -15 below wind chills cross the Baltimore/DC metro areas.

Winds rapidly increase from west to east behind cold front between 1AM and 7AM tonight into Saturday morning. Strong winds continue through Saturday afternoon and evening.

❄️ Extreme Cold + Snow Alert for MD ❄️

Dangerously cold temps arrive tonight through Sunday, with Sat (Feb. 7) the worst. Daytime highs in the 20s, teens & single digits overnight, with wind chills even colder.

MDEM ALERT: We have raised our State Activation Level to "Full" and staffed our State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) starting this afternoon through the weekend in response to the winter storm anticipated to impact Maryland.

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Maryland’s new SNAP Shutdown Emergency Info Hub is now live. 💛

If you or someone you know is impacted by the SNAP shutdown, this site connects you with food resources, volunteer opportunities, and community support.

Visit: mdem.maryland.gov/Pages/SNAP25...

Public Health On Call Evidence and experts to help you understand today’s public health news—and what it means for tomorrow.

Learn how one state is adapting its emergency response plan in the face of worsening extreme weather events with this 2023 episode of Public Health On Call with @mdmema.bsky.social's @chas-eby.bsky.social👇

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It's officially #hurricaneseason Maryland. If a hurricane leads to an evacuation, do you #knowyourzone and #knowyourrisk? Learn more about what to do before, during, and after a hurricane by visiting bit.ly/KYZ25

The Maryland Department of Emergency Managementent has raised its Emergency Operations Center status in support. Maryland State Police is deploying personnel to the scene to assist (2/3)

We have raised our Emergency Operations Center to "Enhanced" status in support of flash flooding and swift water rescues in multiple counties. #MdWx

Maryland could lose millions from canceled FEMA program FEMA had approved more than $9 million in ongoing projects in Maryland.

FEMA suddenly canceling the Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities program will have a negative impact on hazard mitigation efforts and neighborhoods. www.wypr.org/wypr-news/20...

🚀 LMCJ Career Day 2025! 🌟

Yesterday, at Lillie May Carroll Jackson Charter School, young scholars were inspired to dream big and explore endless possibilities for their futures—and the Maryland Department of Emergency Management (MDEM) was proud to be part of the journey!

Article in Domestic Preparedness Journal: "Emergency Management has Evolved: Why the All-hazards Era is Over"

Emergency management has evolved (*grown*). The all-"hazards" era is over. We are required to address all factors of risk and are hazard agnostic. A commentary: www.domesticpreparedness.com/articles/eme...

AI generated image of a snow covered road in the middle of a winter storm.

There is currently a Winter Storm Warning for central, southern, and eastern Maryland. Winter Weather Advisories for the rest of the State. Avoid travel if possible. #winterstorm
Learn more by visiting bit.ly/WinterStormFeb25.

Map of Maryland Mesonet weather observation stations indicating current temperatures, which are below normal, throughout the State of Maryland.

Downright frigid outside. There are weather stations all over the State as part of the Maryland Mesonet where you can find real-time weather observations near you: mesonet.umd.edu @mdmema.bsky.social

YouTube video by Governor Wes Moore Winter Storm State of Emergency for January 5, 2025

I have declared a State of Emergency in Maryland in preparation for the incoming winter storm.

For alerts, text "MdReady" to 211-631, o textea "MdListo" al 211-631. Stay warm, stay safe, and let's take care of each other, Maryland.

Governor Wes Moore today declared a State of Preparedness in advance of the elevated winter storm threat to Maryland from Sunday, January 5 through Monday, January 6. The storm will likely affect roads and transportation centers and could cause significant snow accumulation in some parts of the state. Marylanders are cautioned to avoid travel if possible, to follow local forecasts, and to stay prepared for winter storm hazards. A State of Preparedness enhances the state’s ability to respond swiftly and effectively to potential hazards and threats before they escalate and provides an easy path for information sharing and coordination. Multiple State agencies and departments including emergency management, transportation, law enforcement, and public health are coordinating to prepare for the storm. A strong area of low pressure is expected to bring the winter storm to Maryland with snowfall beginning Sunday and lasting through Monday evening. Some regions may see significant snow accumulation, though a mix of snow, sleet, and ice is also possible with the storm. Roads are expected to be icy and any unavoidable travel should be done with extreme caution.

Maryland Governor @govwesmoore.bsky.social has declared a State of Preparedness and has directed state agencies to coordinate efforts and activities ahead of Sunday -> Monday's winter storm.