“Old Howard divinity school in the snow. No filter! Just accidentally dropped my phone in the snow right before lol.” Photo by Forty
FINALLY!! So we’re going with Snowsurrection – yes?
5 inches as of 8:45am. Photo by Dave
Metrobus operating in Severe snow plan for Monday, Jan. 6 (more…)
Send your snow dogs/cats/pets to me at [email protected] and let me know name of pet and your neighborhood. Cheers, have fun, and thanks!
From the National Weather Service:
“Be ready for heavy snow tonight-Monday AM. This will severely hamper transportation. It is highly recommended to postpone non-essential travel.
WHAT…Heavy snow expected. Total snow and sleet accumulations between 5 and 10 inches, with amounts of up to 12 inches possible in isolated spots if heavy banding sets up in this area. Ice accumulations up to one tenth of an inch south of Interstate 64.”
And do you like to gamble? Here’s our 1 in 10 chance: (more…)
photo by Kristine Marsh
From WMATA:
“Metro’s General Manager and Chief Executive Officer Randy Clarke joined District of Columbia Mayor Muriel Bowser for a press conference today detailing preparedness related to the first winter storm of the year. Working with jurisdictional partners, Metro continues to monitor winter weather approaching the region to adequately respond to service needs. Customers should expect disruptions to Metrobus service on Monday, Jan. 6, throughout the region due to snow route detours. (more…)
photo by Diane Krauthamer
From the Mayor’s Office:
“In advance of the expected snowfall, Mayor Muriel Bowser announced that DC Public Schools will be closed on Monday, January 6. The National Weather Service (NWS) is forecasting 5-9 inches of snow mixture in the District, starting Sunday night between 9:00 and 11:00 p.m. Heaviest snowfall is expected from 4:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. on Monday, January 6, (more…)
Since the great snowmageddon battles many moons ago, this is the earliest I can remember one of these being scheduled:
“The Great Meridian Chill Battle of 2025
2418 15th St, NW
Snowballers of DC: This is our season kickoff call to battle for Meridian Hill / Malcolm X Park this Monday at 11am! (more…)
Photo of copious amounts of blue “salt”/melting mixture in Adams Morgan
From the Mayor’s Office:
“Mayor Muriel Bowser has declared a Snow Emergency for Washington, DC. The Snow Emergency will remain in effect through at least the end of the day on Tuesday, January 7.
While the snow emergency is in effect, motorists may not park on snow emergency routes and vehicles parked on these routes may be towed. (more…)
photo by Emerald in Van Ness
Send your snow dogs/cats/pets to me at [email protected] and let me know name of pet and your neighborhood. Cheers, have fun, and thanks!
Update from Alert DC:
“The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Winter Storm Warning in effect from 10PM, Sunday, January 5th until 1AM, Tuesday, January 7th for the District of Columbia.
WHAT: Heavy mixed precipitation expected. Total snow and sleet accumulations between 5 and 9 inches, with amounts of 10 to 12 inches possible in isolated spots if heavy banding sets up in this area. Ice accumulations of a trace possible near Interstate 66.”
From the Mayor’s Office:
“In preparation for predicted snow showers, Mayor Muriel Bowser will deploy the District Snow Team at noon on Sunday, January 5. Pre-treatment brining operations will begin Sunday evening at 8:00 p.m. on all snow emergency routes, including the National Highway System.
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a forecast for snow and a wintry mix on Sunday, January 5, expected to begin between 8:00 p.m. and midnight. The storm is expected to bring six to eight inches of snow, potentially with freezing rain. Impacts are expected to continue into Monday. As temperatures drop, conditions may lead to icy roadways, posing challenges for safe travel and snow removal operations. Further updates will be provided as forecasts become clearer. (more…)
From AlertDC:
“The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Snow Squall Warning for the District of Columbia until 4:15PM.
HAZARD: Intense bursts of heavy snow. Gusty winds leading to blowing snow and visibility rapidly falling to less than one-quarter mile. Wind gusts up to 35 mph.
IMPACT: Dangerous and life-threatening travel conditions are expected to develop rapidly in the warning area.
This includes Interstate 95 in Maryland between mile markers 1 and 3.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS: Reduce speed and turn on headlights! During snow squalls, the visibility may suddenly drop to near zero in whiteout conditions.
Consider avoiding or delaying travel until the snow squall passes your location. If you must travel, use extra caution and allow extra time. Rapid changes in visibility and slick road conditions may lead to accidents.”
Thanks to Lindsay for sending the map above: “❄️ DC traffic is responding to snow accordingly.”
And thanks to Courtney for sending a couple of cozy snow cats:
“Loki and Gandalf in Edgewood enjoying the first “big” snowfall”
Send your snow dogs/cats/pets to me at [email protected] and let me know name of pet and your neighborhood. Cheers, have fun, and thanks!
Thanks to Elisa for sharing above from Capitol Hill.
And Chris shares a couple of just incredible shots below: (more…)
Thanks to L. for sending:
“Wind at the Capitol South Metro today blew down one of the light covers” (more…)