Baltimore Braces for Historic Snowfall, Declaring Snow Emergency

Baltimore Braces for Historic Snowfall, Declares Snow EmergencyBaltimore Braces for Historic Snowfall, Declares Snow Emergency Baltimore is bracing for a historic snowfall, with up to 30 inches predicted to fall by Tuesday morning. The city has declared a snow emergency, urging residents to stay off the roads and prepare for travel disruptions. The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning for Baltimore, forecasting heavy snow and strong winds. The storm is expected to bring blizzard conditions, making travel dangerous and potentially life-threatening. Mayor Brandon Scott has declared a snow emergency effective from 10:00 p.m. Monday until further notice. Under the snow emergency, all non-essential travel is prohibited, and vehicles parked on snow emergency routes will be towed. The Baltimore City Department of Transportation (DOT) is urging residents to remove their vehicles from snow emergency routes by 10:00 p.m. Monday. DOT crews will be working around the clock to clear major roads, but residents are advised to limit travel during the storm. Baltimore City schools have been closed for Monday and Tuesday, and street cleaning has been suspended. The Baltimore Light Rail and Metro SubwayLink will be operating on a reduced schedule, and bus service may be disrupted. Residents are also urged to prepare for power outages by stocking up on food, water, and batteries. The city is opening warming centers at the following locations: * Enoch Pratt Free Library, Central Branch * Rosedale Recreation Center * Infinity Wellness Center (for seniors only) “We are urging all Baltimoreans to take this storm seriously,” said Mayor Scott. “Stay off the roads unless absolutely necessary, and prepare for potential power outages. Our city crews are working hard to keep residents safe, but we need everyone to do their part.” Residents can track the storm’s progress and get updates from the National Weather Service and the City of Baltimore website.