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ALT A weather map of the Washington DC/Baltimore area showing today's maximum heat index ("Max Apparent Temperatures").
ALT This graphic displays Severe Thunderstorm watch number 375 plotted on a map. The watch is in effect until 9:00 PM EDT. The watch includes parts of Delaware, District of Columbia, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia and West Virginia. The threats associated with this watch are a couple tornadoes possible, isolated hail up to quarter size possible and scattered gusts up to 70 mph likely. There are 25,299,370 people in the watch along with 6224 schools and 364 hospitals.
ALT A severe weather safety infographic with picture of lightning in the background. When in an area with severe weather, locate your safe place before the storm arrives; take shelter in a sturdy building away from windows & doors; if outdoors, take shelter in a car and stay away from trees and unstable structures (gazebos, pavilions, etcetera); have multiple ways to receive a warning for severe weather. At the bottom of the graphic, a NOAA and National Weather Service logo is shown next to the words “National Weather Service / Baltimore/Washington DC”.
ALT A map where Winter Storm Watches are in effect.
ALT Expected snowfall from the National Weather Service.
ALT Image of an FAQ graphic by VDOT questioning why emergency vehicles can come through but the roads aren't plowed. The answer explains that VDOT is working to make roads drivable in extreme conditions and advises caution for hills, curves, and intersections. The background is blue with white and red text.
ALT An infographic by VDOT with a question and answer format discussing snow plow arrival times in neighborhoods. The background is orange with white text and decorative snowflakes.
ALT VDOT FAQ graphic in blue and yellow, addressing the question "Why did you plow a road but not mine?" with an answer explaining snow clearing priorities based on road types and snow accumulation levels.
ALT An infographic from VDOT titled FAQ, with a question "My road was missed. What do I do?" and the answer advising to contact the VDOT Customer Service Center at their website for reporting a weather-related issue. The background features snowflake decorations.
ALT An infographic by VDOT addressing common questions about snow removal. The text explains that VDOT prioritizes interstates and high-volume secondary roads, with plows operating around the clock during storms to ensure safe travel. The background is orange with decorative white dots resembling snow.
ALT Plow truck on a road. Text reads "thank you for your patience."
ALT Orange snow plow on a road surrounded by snow and blue sky. Text reads "Thank you for your patience."
ALT Here is a map of approximately how much snow fell with the storm late January 5th into January 6th. A widespread swath of 6 to 12" of snow fell from the Alleghenies through the DC metro into southern Maryland.
ALT Infographic titled "Road Conditions Definitions" with definitions of what Closed, Severe, Moderate, and Minor conditions mean for Virginia roads.
ALT A weather outlook for today through Thursday, with a picture of a snowy road through the woods. Gusty winds start tonight and continue through Thursday. Temperatures remain near to below freezing through Friday. Highs today 20 to 34, lows tonight 10 to 23. Highs later this week range from the teens to the low 30s.
ALT Photograph of a snowflake. Text at the top reads "Do Not Travel In Parts Of Virginia Sunday Into Monday." The VDOT logo is in the lower left corner.