Note: The Extreme Cold Warning has expired for the DC region. The most recent warning issuance before the expiration is below.
An Extreme Cold Warning remains in effect to 1 pm Tuesday, January 20, 2026 including the following jurisdictions.
MARYLAND: western Garrett.
VIRGINIA: western Highland.
WEST VIRGINIA: western Grant, western Pendleton.
Excerpted from the National Weather Service:
…EXTREME COLD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON…
WHAT…Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below.
WHERE…In Maryland, Western Garrett County. In Virginia, Western Highland County. In West Virginia, Western Grant and Western Pendleton Counties.
WHEN…Until 1 PM EST this afternoon.
IMPACTS…The cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not taken. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside.
Keep pets indoors as much as possible.
Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside.