An Extreme Cold Alert has been issued for Montgomery County on Saturday, March 28 from 3am until 11am, as wind chill values are expected to fall below 32 degrees. Officials […]
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A Cold Weather Advisory remains in effect for Montgomery County through 11 am Tuesday, January 27, with a second advisory scheduled from 7 pm Tuesday through 11 am Wednesday, January 28, according to the National Weather Service. (more…)
Montgomery County has issued an Extreme Cold Alert from Sunday, Nov. 16, at 11 p.m. through Monday, Nov. 17, at 10 a.m. Wind chills are expected to fall below 32°F, and residents are advised to dress in layers and take precautions if spending extended time outdoors. (more…)
Per the Montgomery County Office of Emergency Management and Homeland Security: “Montgomery County has issued a Hypothermia Alert for extreme cold beginning 7 pm Mon, 12/18 through Tues, 12/19. Expect the wind chill to be below 32 degrees. Wear layers if outside, take extra precautions if you spend significant time outdoors.”
According to the Montgomery County Office of Emergency Management and Homeland Security, “Montgomery County has activated a Hypothermia Alert for extreme cold from 9 pm Thur, 11/2 to 9 am Fri, 11/3. Expect the wind chill to be below 32 degrees. Wear layers if you go outside. Take extra precautions if you spend significant time outdoors”
A Hypothermia Alert is issued for the County when forecasted temperatures, and/or wind chill, in at least part of the County fall below 32 degrees creating a hazardous situation in which hypothermia and frostbite are likely.
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Freeze Watch in Montgomery County for Thursday, November 2 from 12:00 am to 10:00 am. Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation & possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing. Per NWS:
NWS has issued a Freeze Watch for Thursday, November 2 from 12:00 am to 10:00 am. Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation & possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing. More info: https://t.co/blD8upGhnl
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According to the Montgomery County Office of Emergency Management and Homeland Security, “The @NWSSPC has just upgraded our area to a level 4 out of 5 for severe weather threat. This is very rare. Please pay attention to weather watching & warnings today. Have a plan ready to quickly seek shelter in a sturdy building away from windows, if warnings are issued today. To prepare for today’s weather: Charge battery-powered devices; fuel your vehicle; secure any loose outdoor furniture; locate your flashlight; and make sure you have some basic supplies available in case you lose power for a day or two.”
Per NWSSPC: “Numerous severe thunderstorms are expected to develop this afternoon and evening. Damaging winds will be the primary threat, some of these winds may become locally destructive. Additionally, a few tornadoes and large hail are possible. Isolated to scattered instances of flooding are also possible.”
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The United States Senate passed the “Sunshine Protection Act” by unanimous consent today. The bill would make Daylight Saving permanent and put an end to having to change your clocks twice a year. The bill will now need to pass through the House, before going to President Biden. According to the H.R.69 – Sunshine Protection Act of 2021, this bill makes daylight savings time the new, permanent standard time. States with areas exempt from daylight savings time may choose the standard time for those areas.
The bipartisan Sunshine Protection Act was introduced by Senators Marco Rubio (R-FL) and Ed Markey (D-MA). Daylight Saving Time began in the U.S. in 1918 and was extended by four weeks in 2007. Daylight saving time began this year this past Sunday, March 13, and lasts until November, 6.
Montgomery County Public Schools has released a survey about the possibility of virtual learning on days when schools are closed due to inclement weather. The survey must be completed by Monday, January 31 at noon.
Per the Maryland State Department of Education, all school systems are required to have at least 180 instructional days per year. With inclement weather, multiple school system closures may require adjustments to the school year calendar (e.g., extending the year, using other identified days). MCPS is planning for options that allow for virtual instruction on inclement weather closure days. While virtual instruction cannot replace time in the classroom, MCPS believes it is essential to continue to provide access to learning opportunities. Your feedback on this intent will help inform the district’s implementation plan.
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Hyperthermia Alert in Effect Today
Montgomery County has activated the Extreme Heat Plan for a Hyperthermia Alert for Wednesday, August 25, from 11am – 7pm. Expect the heat index to be above 95 degrees.