Blizzard — Garrett, Maryland

2025-02-16 to 2025-02-17 · Garrett, Maryland

Event narrative

Flash freeze also occurred. Numerous accidents reported.

Wider weather episode

Behind a potent cold front, rain changed to snow during the afternoon hours of February 15th. Heavy snow with visibilities less than one quarter of a mile continued across Garrett County. Moderate snow was reported in western Allegany County. Winds gusted to 60 mph throughout the event resulting in significant blowing and drifting of snow. Trees and power lines were also reported down. Snow accumulations ranged from 3 inches near Frostburg to around 6 to 8 inches in western Garrett County.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1228731. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.