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Winter storm warning ahead for DC region with bitter cold, heavy snow, ice possible
A strong Arctic front will bring 5 to 10 inches of snow and ice, causing travel disruptions and power outage risks, with below-freezing temperatures persisting into next week.
- D.C. officials and the National Weather Service issued a Winter Storm Warning starting at 11 p.m. Saturday and lasting through 4 a.m. Monday, as the system shifts timing.
- A strong arctic front moving in Friday night will bring gusty northwest winds and cold air, while the moisture-laden system fuels a high-impact snowstorm late Saturday into Sunday.
- Models show a near-certain precipitation signal with heavy snow from 12 a.m. Sunday through 9 a.m. Sunday, transitioning to sleet and freezing rain with ice of 0.4 to 0.6 inch possible.
- Officials warn of travel disruptions and power risks as air travel delays and hazardous road travel may become extremely difficult Saturday; the District Snow Team is deployed while Virginia's governor declared emergency and Maryland's governor declared preparedness.
- Cold air will remain in place after the storm, producing very low wind chills and near-record cold into early next week, so residents should top off fuel, gather supplies, and check on neighbors and older adults.
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