Updates on Baltimore's first winter storm of 2014
One to six inches of snow blanketed much of the Baltimore region overnight, causing delays, closings and traffic snarls. Get the latest on how the weather is affecting the morning commute in your area in a fast-paced live blog format.
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Welcome to The Baltimore Sun's Winter Storm Live Blog. I'm Tim Swift and I'll be your editor for today. Look for updates from public officials on social media and news from Baltimore Sun staffers including weather blogger Scott Dance and breaking news reporter Carrie Wells. As always tips and comments are appreciated. -
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Due to inclement weather, all schools are CLOSED today. District office will open at 10 a.m. Essential employees should report to work.by baltcityschools via twitter 1/3/2014 1:00:25 PM -
Wind warnings & restrictions for @TheMDTA bridges are detailed here is.gd/05cYizby MDTA via twitter 1/3/2014 1:01:19 PM -
The university is closed today because of snow, but required attendance & clinical employees must report. Details: webapps.jhu.edu/emergencynotic…by JohnsHopkins via twitter 1/3/2014 1:02:06 PM -
"Motorists need to have realistic expectations and use heightened caution and reduce speeds."
Friday traffic: Several accidents reported, MARC trains experiencing delays
baltimoresun.comOn a morning when many people are awakening to 4 to 8 inches snow, the Maryland Department of Transportation is reporting several incidents at 7:45 a.m., the most serious being a utility incident in the city on Washington Boulevard at Bush Street that has several northbound lanes closed. Only one lane gets by, according to MDOT. -
The governors of New York and New Jersey declared states of emergency at the onset of the storm, urging residents to stay indoors as bone-chilling temperatures were projected to follow the snowfall. (Don Emmert/AFP Photo) bsun.md
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Minor delays on the Orange, Purple & Green Routes. Alternate Shuttle Service is now running for the Harbor Connector. ow.ly/seMPbby CharmCityCirc via twitter 1/3/2014 1:12:21 PM -
Trash and recycling will be collected today.by BaltimoreDPW via twitter 1/3/2014 1:12:44 PM -
Good Morning from Belcamp! Stay safe people @baltimoresun #Hercules http://pbs.twimg.com/media/BdDhekqIAAAY_7h.jpg
by Matt via twitter 1/3/2014 1:14:03 PM -
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I've got so many layers today I look like the little brother from "A Christmas Story."by roswellencina via twitter 1/3/2014 1:28:23 PM -
Updated with new snowfall totals: 7 inches in Catonsville, 7.5 inches in Northern Harford County. Nearly 2,000 homes are without power.
More than seven inches of snow in parts of Baltimore region, sub-zero wind chills possible
baltimoresun.comA strong and frigid northerly wind made it feel like zero degrees or below in the Baltimore area Friday, after four to seven inches of snow blanketed much of the region. -
Literally one other person on the #bethesda #wmata platform. Normally at least 30 ppl at this hour on a Friday. Not many of us working today #mdsnow #dcsnow
by Dan via Instagram 1/3/2014 1:37:12 PM -
And we awoke to this snowy backyard! ❄️❄️#bmore #mdsnow
by Tiffany Smith via Instagram 1/3/2014 1:38:04 PM -
Share your snow photos. Use the hashtag #mdsnow or upload pictures here: bsun.md
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The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore is among the institutions closed today.
Baltimore-area attractions closed due to snow
baltimoresun.comWe'll continue to update this list of cultural and commercial institutions shutting down for the day. If you know of additional closings, please note in the comments field. -
The @MallInColumbia plans on opening at 10 am today 1/3/14.by HowardCountyMD via twitter 1/3/2014 1:54:31 PM -
Due to weather and road conditions, all branches and offices of Howard County Library System will open at 1 pm today, Friday, 1/3/14.by HoCo_Library via twitter 1/3/2014 1:56:32 PM -
SHA spokesperson Charlie Gischlar is interviewed over the phone by WICO Radio. #MDsnow http://pbs.twimg.com/media/BdDREFdCYAAUMbS.jpg
by MD State Highway Adm via twitter 1/3/2014 2:02:31 PM -
Wind gusts have reached 25-35 mph so far this morning at BWI Marshall Airport, and they're expected to get stronger, up to 45 mph. Air temperatures may have bottomed out at 15 degrees as of 9 a.m. at the airport, and with the wind, it feels as cold as 5 degrees below zero. A wind chill advisory is in effect across the region until noon. -
We picked the right week for our "Snow and Ice" SunShots reader photo contest! photos.baltimoresun.com/1367506039?fb_… #mdsnowby stephencearley via twitter 1/3/2014 2:29:07 PM -
Nice Bridge restrictions have been downgraded to warnings.by MDTA via twitter 1/3/2014 2:29:47 PM
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#MdTraffic : Arundel Mills Blvd/Arundel Mills Circle closed all the way to Rt295 Due to ice. County roads enroute. (9:29a)by aacopd via twitter 1/3/2014 2:31:56 PM -
1 person is being treated on scene w/ minor injuries, not going to hospital. 152 will be blocked for a while #jmvfc8 http://pbs.twimg.com/media/BdD9X3bIIAAixyN.jpg
by jmvfc8 via twitter 1/3/2014 2:34:44 PM -
Obligatory snow picture. #mdsnow #mdweather #snowpocalypse2014 #snow
by Lauren via Instagram 1/3/2014 2:36:37 PM -
SHA's Media Mngr. David Buck gives a travel update from the Emergency Operations Center. LISTEN at ow.ly/seUcs #MDsnow #MDtrafficby MD State Highway Adm via twitter 1/3/2014 2:47:01 PM
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Due to weather conditions, the Maryland SPCA's adoption center will be CLOSED today.by MDSPCA via twitter 1/3/2014 2:55:17 PM -
Winds are very strong. Gusts are unpredictable no matter how experienced of a driver you are. SLOW DOWN & keep both hands on the wheel.by MDTA via twitter 1/3/2014 2:56:42 PM
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A few more inches fell after this was taken. #baltocitysnow #mdsnow
by Beth Isaacson via Instagram 1/3/2014 3:02:00 PM -
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Wind chills reached 6 degrees below zero in Westminster and 10-15 degrees below zero in Frederick County this morning, according to National Weather Service data. It was 16 degrees at BWI Airport at 10 a.m. with 15-25 mph winds, for wind chills of nearly 5 degrees below zero.
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BGE is currently experiencing weather-related power outages. Please report your outage online or call 877-778-2222. Same # for downed wires.by MyBGE via twitter 1/3/2014 3:13:31 PM -
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@baltimoresun This single car in NSA parking lot must house all data they collect #mdsnow http://pbs.twimg.com/media/BdEIf8hIAAAjnSO.jpg
by Rich Crook via twitter 1/3/2014 3:21:11 PM -
Sarasota is looking pretty good today http://pbs.twimg.com/media/BdD-rT0CcAAwkzP.jpg
by Dan Duquette via twitter 1/3/2014 3:26:57 PM -
Bridge Update: Bay Bridge under restrictions part 1 and Nice, Key and Hatem Bridges are under warnings. is.gd/05cYizby MDTA via twitter 1/3/2014 3:32:39 PM
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@baltimoresun shot of quiet PerryHall neighborhood @ midnight when it was really coming down #MDsnow #MDWeather #mdwx http://pbs.twimg.com/media/BdELf_gCMAAsTjl.jpg
by BeerInBaltimore via twitter 1/3/2014 3:35:48 PM -
Get the latest snow totals from locations around the region with this interactive map: bsun.md
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Tanker, SUV accident backs up traffic at Route 152 and I-95 in Joppa
baltimoresun.comTraffic was backed up for several hours on Route 152 near the I-95 northbound exit ramp in Joppa after a tanker truck and SUV collided Friday morning. -
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A wind chill advisory across the region has been canceled shortly before it was set to expire at noon, but it remains dangerously cold out there. At BWI Airport, temperatures were at 18 degrees shortly before noon with wind gusts up to 30 mph, making it still feel around zero or below. Health officials warned that the combination of cold temperatures and wind could lead to frostbite and hypothermia and urged residents to bundle up.
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What looks wet, will probably be ice. Use caution over the next 24-48hrs as temps stay under the freezing mark.by MDTA via twitter 1/3/2014 4:58:49 PM
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"@BaltimoreDPW : Trash and recycling will be collected today." If your trash was missed, dial 311 @baltimore311by Mayor Rawlings-Blake via twitter 1/3/2014 5:30:15 PM
