A massive winter storm sweeping across the Midwest is poised to bring heavy snow, freezing rain, and hazardous travel conditions to the mid-Atlantic, including Washington, D.C., and Baltimore, early Monday morning. Experts warn that the storm’s timing coincides with the first full morning commute after the holiday season, creating a perfect storm for chaos on the roads.
AccuWeather Chief Meteorologist Jonathan Porter cautioned that the storm could deliver snow at a rate of 1-2 inches per hour in the region, overwhelming road crews and making travel dangerous. Porter urged residents to prepare for significant disruptions on major interstates, including I-95, I-81, I-66, and I-495.
“When snow falls that rapidly, even the best efforts of road crews may not be enough to keep roads clear,” Porter said. “This could lead to multiple-vehicle pileups, traffic jams, and highway closures lasting for hours.”…