Blizzard in Garrett, Maryland

Blizzard February 16, 2025 – February 17, 2025 · Garrett, Maryland

What the National Weather Service wrote

Flash freeze also occurred. Numerous accidents reported.

The wider storm

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 1228731. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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