Blizzard Warning Issued for Eastern Maryland Through Monday Evening
This alert is no longer in effect.
NOAA issued it on April 6, 2026, 4 months ago. Warnings of this kind stay in effect for hours to a few days, so this page is a historical record of what was issued, not a current warning. For conditions where you are right now, check weather.gov (US), weather.gc.ca (Canada), the Met Office (UK), or the Bureau of Meteorology (Australia).
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A Blizzard Warning is in effect for Dorchester, Wicomico, Somerset, and Worcester counties, with 5-10 inches of snow and 45 mph gusts expected.
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- Record type
- Blizzard Warning
- Affected area
- Eastern Maryland
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Wakefield VA
Winter notices differ by expected impact and timing. The original notice carries the forecast window and any travel guidance for the named area.
Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Eastern Maryland.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Wakefield, VA, has issued a Blizzard Warning for portions of eastern Maryland. The alert is currently in effect and remains active until 7:00 PM EST on Monday, February 23.
Affected Areas
The warning covers the following geographic regions and counties:
- Dorchester County
- Wicomico County
- Somerset County
- Inland Worcester County
- Maryland Beaches
What You Should Do
Residents are advised that travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, ensure you have a winter survival kit in your vehicle. If you become stranded, stay with your vehicle to remain safe and visible. For the latest road information, call 511.
Expected Conditions
The region is facing severe blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations are expected to range between 5 and 10 inches. Winds are forecasted to gust as high as 45 mph. These conditions will lead to widespread blowing snow, which could significantly reduce visibility. Hazardous conditions are expected to impact both the Monday morning and evening commutes. Additionally, gusty winds may be strong enough to bring down tree branches.
Timeline
The Blizzard Warning is effective immediately and is scheduled to expire at 7:00 PM EST on Monday, February 23, 2026.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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