From DC Water of course.
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From the National Weather Service:
“…BLIZZARD WATCH IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH LATE
SATURDAY NIGHT…
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN BALTIMORE MD/WASHINGTON HAS
ISSUED A BLIZZARD WATCH…WHICH IS IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY
AFTERNOON THROUGH LATE SATURDAY NIGHT.
* HAZARD TYPES…HEAVY SNOW AND WIND. A WINTRY MIX IS POSSIBLE
FRIDAY NIGHT INTO SATURDAY MORNING EAST OF INTERSTATE
95…BEFORE CHANGING BACK TO ALL SNOW ON SATURDAY.
* ACCUMULATIONS…POTENTIAL FOR A FOOT OR MORE OF SNOW.
* TIMING…FRIDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH SATURDAY NIGHT. CONDITIONS ARE
EXPECTED TO DETERIORATE FRIDAY AFTERNOON WITH THE HEAVIEST
SNOW…STRONGEST WINDS…AND POTENTIAL LIFE THREATENING CONDITIONS
EXPECTED FRIDAY NIGHT THROUGH SATURDAY NIGHT.
* IMPACTS…HEAVY SNOW AND BLOWING SNOW WILL CAUSE DANGEROUS
CONDITIONS AND WILL BE A THREAT TO LIFE AND PROPERTY. TRAVEL IS
EXPECTED TO BE SEVERELY LIMITED IF NOT IMPOSSIBLE DURING THE
HEIGHT OF THE STORM FRIDAY NIGHT AND SATURDAY. VISIBILITY WILL
BE REDUCED TO NEAR ZERO AT TIMES IN WHITEOUT CONDITIONS.”
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From Montgomery County Government:
“Due to the extremely cold temperatures predicted for tonight, January 18 and the next several days, the Director of the Montgomery County Animal Services Division Thomas Koenig is announcing enforcement of Executive Regulation 10-10AM, Anti-Cruelty Conditions for Dogs.
Section II-C of the regulation states that “a person must not tether a dog under circumstances that endanger its health, safety, or well-being including: unattended tethering of the dog during a weather emergency.” The enforcement of this regulation is put into effect during periods of high heat and humidity, and during conditions of extreme cold, wind, and heavy snow which can all be damaging to dogs and other animals. The penalty for this violation is a $500 fine.
Montgomery County Police Animal Services officers want to remind citizens to be particularly careful with all pets during this period of cold weather. The best advice during periods of extreme weather conditions is to bring pets indoors. Even animals that are accustomed to living outdoors can be susceptible to the dangers of cold weather. Livestock animals should have a place to get out of the wind and dry bedding should be provided to protect them from frostbite.
ASD Officers will be on-call, patrolling neighborhoods and responding to any animal-related emergencies. If you see an animal left outside that appears to be in danger, please call the Animal Services Division immediately at 301-279-8000.”
Well for today anyway – I think tomorrow’s gonna go back up to 50. But thanks to a reader for sending this shot:
“how cold is it? corner East Capitol and 11th Street SE. today”
Photo by PoPville flickr user Phil
From Alert DC:
“NWS reports, snow showers and strong winds are expected to impact rush hour this evening. Strong cold front accompanied by scattered snow showers and strong gusty winds will cross the region this evening. Snow showers will move into the Metro area by 4 PM and should clear the region by 8 PM.”
Photo by PoPville flickr user Eric P.
From DPW:
“Mayor Muriel Bowser announced today that she will deploy the DC Snow Team (Department of Public Works and District Department of Transportation) Tuesday, January 12 to address the possible light snow event.
“For months, the Bowser Administration has been preparing and planning for winter weather. And we are ready,” said DPW Acting Director Christopher J. Shorter. “Although the current forecast for Tuesday calls for light snow that will not accumulate, we will deploy 15 plows tomorrow – to err on the side of caution and safety.”
The plows will be positioned on bridges and overpasses as well as the freeways and major routes to monitor conditions and spread salt if necessary. The deployment will continue until the threat of snow has passed.”
Ed. Note: Damn it – that was anti climatic. ba dum bum.
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From Department of Human Services:
The Department of Human Services (DHS) in collaboration with the District of Columbia Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency (HSEMA) will activate the city’s Cold Emergency Plan due to severe cold weather on Monday, January 4, 2016 through the early morning hours of Tuesday, January 5, 2016. Under a “Cold Emergency Alert” additional services and supports are put in place to protect residents from life-threatening illness and injury associated with severe cold weather. The Cold Emergency Alert Plan is part of the “2015 – 2016 Winter Plan” developed by the DC Interagency Council on Homelessness.
WHEN:
Monday, January 4, 2016—Tuesday, January 5, 2016
Key services provided during Cold Emergency Alerts include:
Access to Emergency Shelter—Low-barrier, Hypothermia, and Overflow emergency shelters are open during Hypothermia and Cold Alerts.
Access to Overnight Warming Sites—In order to provide access to a warm and safe facility, designated public buildings, such as recreation centers, may open during the day or overnight. In cases where residents choose not to use the traditional low-barrier or hypothermia emergency shelters, these warming sites offer a warm and safe place to spend the night. Individuals may access these sites on their own or by contacting the Shelter Hotline for transportation.
Transportation to Warmth and Safety—Free transportation to an emergency shelter or warming site is provided to anyone experiencing homelessness in the District during a Cold Emergency Alert. To request transportation to shelter for persons in DC who are experiencing homelessness, contact the toll-free Shelter Hotline: 1-800-535-7252 or 311. Include the time, the address or location of the sighting, and a description of the person’s appearance.
Families seeking emergency shelter can also visit the Virginia Williams Family Resource Center at 920 Rhode Island Avenue, NE, Monday – Thursday between 8:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Families can also call the DC Shelter Hotline at 800.535.7252 or 311 at any time day or night. (more…)
Adams Morgan. Starting to get a little disconcerting…
Wild. And more coming:
Thanks to a reader for sending this Fox5 screenshot.