This story, originally published at 10:32 a.m. on Jan. 18, 2024, was updated at 8:22 a.m. on Jan. 19, 2024, to add that NWS increased the snow forecast to 4-6 inches for Montgomery County.
The National Weather Service (NWS) issued a winter weather advisory for Montgomery County for Friday from 4 a.m. to 7 p.m., projecting “heavy snow” with total accumulations of 4-6 inches.
On Thursday, NWS forecasted 1-2 inches and then 3-4 inches later in the day but increased the forecasted amount again early this morning.
NWS said residents should “plan on slippery road conditions” and “the hazardous
conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.”
In the advisory, NWS urged people to use caution when driving and when walking outside to watch their first few steps taken on stairs, sidewalks and driveways, which could be icy and slick.
Also, the advisory said, “If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.”
MoCo360 will provide updates on road conditions, county closures and snow accumulation as the winter weather continues.