Storm watch upgraded to warning

Winter Storm Warning

Statement as of 5:30 am EST on February 15, 2014

Winter Storm Warning remains in effect from 5 PM this

afternoon to 10 am EST Sunday.

* hazard types... heavy snow.

* Accumulations... snow accumulation of 6 to 10 inches... with

amounts up to 15 inches on the mid coast.

* Timing... late today through early Sunday.

* Impacts... snow and blowing snow will make travel difficult.

* Winds... north 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph.

* Visibilities... one quarter mile or less at times.

* Temperatures... in the mid 20s.

 

Precautionary/preparedness actions...

A Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow means severe winter weather

conditions are expected or occurring. Significant amounts of

snow are forecast that will make travel dangerous. Only travel in

an emergency. If you must travel... keep an extra flashlight...

food... and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.