The National Weather Service has posted a Winter Weather Advisory for Stone Harbor for Wednesday, January 21st. An approaching Alberta Clipper type storm will be moving into our region this afternoon and lasting into the evening hours. The precipitation is expected to start as snow and sleet, and change over at times to sleet and rain in the afternoon. Snow, sleet, and/or rain is expected this evening as well. Accumulations should be around one inch, possibly a little more. Please exercise caution while driving especially during the evening commute. Here is the text of the Winter Weather Advisory posted by the National Weather Service. The advisory is in effect from 11am today until 11pm:
Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect from 11 am this
morning to 10 PM EST this evening…
* locations… the Eastern Shore of Maryland… central Delaware
and southern New Jersey.
* Hazard types… snow and sleet.
* Snow accumulations… 2 to 4 inches.
* Timing… a mix of snow and sleet will overspread the region from
the west around midday and in the early afternoon. Precipitation
may begin as rain in the central Delmarva and near the coast.
Precipitation is expected to change over to all snow after
sunset. The snow could become heavy during the mid to late
afternoon before tapering off in the early evening.
* Impacts… the combination of snow and sleet could lead to icy
conditions on roads. The period of highest impacts will include
the afternoon and evening commute. Motorists are urged to
exercise caution. Poor visibilities will also be possible under
heavier bands of snow.
* Temperatures… in the lower to mid 30s.
Precautionary/preparedness actions…
A Winter Weather Advisory means that periods of snow and sleet
will cause travel difficulties. Be prepared for slippery roads
and limited visibilities… and use caution while driving.
