After snow, commuters face icy conditions
UPDATED Tuesday, 11:40 a.m.: Snowy roadways and frigid temperatures are creating treacherous commutes for many drivers and walkers Tuesday morning.
Bitter cold temperatures moved in overnight, freezing all the snow that fell Monday.
Many road continue to be covered in snow and slush, especially ramps and side streets. Snow-covered sidewalks are pushing pedestrians into the street, creating arduous travel conditions for both drivers and pedestrians.
"Having snow in March is not unusual, but having snow with an arctic air mass entrenched across our area in March, that is unusual…or at least fairly rare," says ABC7 Meteorologist Brian van de Graaff.
WHAT TO EXPECT:
Temperatures plummeted into the single digits in the early morning and some areas reached record lows. Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport broke a 141-year-old record low temperature, reaching 4 degrees.
The record-challenging cold that started Tuesday morning is making the roads even worse. The snow on the ground has frozen, meaning lots of slick spots to start the day.
There will be plenty of sunshine for the next couple of days, but temperatures will remain well below average. Many areas will not climb out of the 20s Tuesday.
For Wednesday, expect partly cloudy skies and continued cold with highs in the 30s.
Get the full forecast on WTOP.com.
CLOSINGS & DELAYS:
The federal government and D.C. government will open on a two-hour delay.
Several area school systems will be closed Tuesday. Read the full list of closings and delays on WTOP.com.
TRAFFIC:
There are no major traffic delays at this time. For the latest traffic updates, follow @WTOPTraffic on Twitter.
Officials are still asking drivers to stay off the roads if possible. Many roads are covered in snow and slush, which has turned into ice -- especially on ramps and side streets.
Some highways in the region have been cleared and are in good condition.
Below are some notes for commuters:
- All Metrobus service was restored at 7 a.m. There will be snow detours for many routes, Metro says.
- Metrorail continues to run on a normal, weekday schedule.
- VRE, MARC and MTA's Commuter Bus will operate at full service on Tuesday.
- The snow emergency has been lifted in D.C. as at 9:30 a.m.
All three area airports are open, but all are warning of delays and cancellations and advise travelers to check with their airlines before heading to the airport.
LISTEN LIVE:
Hear the latest on weather and road conditions on WTOP.com.
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by Ryan Miller via twitter 3/3/2014 6:43:12 PM
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Some terrific snow crystals in that last band that hit DC! @capitalweather @dougkammerer @alexliggitt @SteveRudinABC7 http://pbs.twimg.com/media/Bh0sKwiCAAAaZPC.jpg
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Turn lanes from NB Rt. 4 to Suitland Parkway @WTOP @WTOPtraffic http://pbs.twimg.com/media/Bh0riw6IAAAp4Yy.jpg
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MT @USPS : Washington DC As a result of heavy snowfall & dangerous road conditions, retail and delivery services have been impacted.by DCAbloob via twitter retweeted by laurynricketts 3/3/2014 5:47:29 PM
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One last moderate snowband moving through the D.C. Metro area. 1" per hour snowfall rates. Doppler: wjla.com/weather/radar/ @ABC7Newsby Alex Liggitt via twitter retweeted by laurynricketts 3/3/2014 5:46:55 PM
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Ride On service to resumeLimited Ride On bus service will resume at 3 p.m. and continue through 10 p.m. Monday in Montgomery County.Routes that will operate are 1, 5, 8, 15, 16, 17, 23, 30, 34, 43, 46, 47, 55, 56, 59, 61 and 100.Passengers should expect delays, with bus service every 30 to 60 minutes.
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by frashure via twitter 3/3/2014 5:38:28 PM
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by Dick Uliano via twitter 3/3/2014 5:38:01 PM
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by Mike Stinneford via twitter 3/3/2014 5:37:50 PM
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by Bighunter_22 via twitter 3/3/2014 5:37:23 PM
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I know! I am trying but @twitter is slow--what's up with that @twitter ?!?! RT @SaiyanISYMFS Why aren't you verified?by Lauryn Ricketts via twitter 3/3/2014 5:31:18 PM
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Beware roadway walkers #WTOPsnow #DCtraffic http://pbs.twimg.com/media/Bh0bBrIIMAAgZkM.jpg
by Kristi King via twitter 3/3/2014 5:23:52 PM -
#mdtraffic MVC reported 32 EB at 170. Reported to be property damage only (ronni/Justin) 9:57 amby annearundelbreaking via twitter retweeted by WTOPtraffic 3/3/2014 3:10:08 PM
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#MDtraffic #Millersville #MVC - Reported I97 South just past Route 32. Use Caution and Watch out for first responders. (26)by annearundelbreaking via twitter retweeted by WTOPtraffic 3/3/2014 3:09:52 PM
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by WTOP Traffic via twitter 3/3/2014 3:08:43 PM
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UPDATE VA - Beltway Outer Loop after Eisenhower Ave: STAY LEFT past accident response #vatraffic #dctraffic http://pbs.twimg.com/media/Bhz73vTCYAAhsQd.png
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The beltway in Montgomery County is terrible. Not drivable in some spots with vehicles spinning out all over. White knuckle awful drive.by Nick Iannelli via twitter 3/3/2014 3:06:56 PM
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Red Line: Normal service has resumed between Medical Center & Friendship Heights.by Metrorail Info via twitter retweeted by WTOPtraffic 3/3/2014 3:05:47 PM
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UPDATE VA - Beltway Inner Loop near Van Dorn: LEFT lane blocked by crash. Response enroute #vatraffic #dctrafficby WTOP Traffic via twitter 3/3/2014 2:59:56 PM
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VA - Beltway Inner Loop near Eisenhower: LEFT lane blocked by crash. Response enroute #vatraffic #dctrafficby WTOP Traffic via twitter 3/3/2014 2:59:11 PM
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#mdtraffic | Crash | I-97 SB at Rt-32 EB | Possible injuries | Fire and PD respondingby AA County 1st Alert via twitter retweeted by WTOPtraffic 3/3/2014 2:54:29 PM
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Follow me on Facebook for continuous updates as well! facebook.com/pages/Lauryn-R…by Lauryn Ricketts via twitter 3/3/2014 2:49:48 PM
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WTOP's Mike Murillo recorded this video from a mounted dashboard camera while driving in Northwest DC this morning. One taxi cab had a bit of trouble getting traction after turning. Watch: bit.ly
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Not many planes on the ground at #DCA . No flights have operated so far today. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/Bhz29s-IMAAXezy.jpg
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As of now @Reagan_Airport has cancelled over 60% of their departures. Check flights here --> wjla.com/articles/2014/… #SNOMGby GridlockGoddess via twitter retweeted by laurynricketts 3/3/2014 2:45:15 PM
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Single digit wind chills... something we'll experience all day here on March 3rd. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/Bhzt1N6CYAAQR5I.png
by Alex Liggitt via twitter retweeted by laurynricketts 3/3/2014 2:45:13 PM -
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Plows struggling against snowfall rates now in ArlingtonVA. This is George Mason @ Wash Blvd @WTOPJack @ABC7Brian http://pbs.twimg.com/media/Bhz1eRnIcAAHMc-.jpg
by Ryan Miller via twitter retweeted by WTOPtraffic 3/3/2014 2:40:33 PM -
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Metrorail is open, with service running a regular weekday schedule. 8:30a #wmataby Metrorail Info via twitter retweeted by WTOPtraffic 3/3/2014 1:54:25 PM
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by Peter Buckingham via twitter 3/3/2014 1:46:18 PM
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MD #PGCo Beltway Outer Loop near Rt 5 NOW: Plow train, leave room #mdtraffic #dctraffic http://pbs.twimg.com/media/BhzpIOhCEAAQRg4.jpg
by WTOP Traffic via twitter 3/3/2014 1:45:51 PM -
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Snowing hard out in NOVA Hayfield farms 22315. First plow seen in our neighborhood #WTOPsnow #ffxstorm @capitalweatherMar. 3, 2014
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Snow? What snow? Great morning for a run along Wisconsin Avenue! Er....maybe not...#WTOPsnow pic.twitter.com/JUxThyNu06Mar. 3, 2014
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I'll be updating the @ABC7News live snow blog, so please tweet me any pics, vids or info I should share! wjla.com/blogs/weather/…
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by James Howell via twitter 3/3/2014 1:43:45 PM
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Arlington Alert: Glebe Rd is blocked in both directions from Military Rd to Chain Bridge Rd due to an accident... bit.ly/1n1cXEcby arlingtonalert via twitter retweeted by WTOPtraffic 3/3/2014 1:43:36 PM
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Rt5 north of Moores Rd plowed but SLICK #WTOPsnow #DCtraffic http://pbs.twimg.com/media/BhzoaBUIYAAl-i-.jpg
by Kristi King via twitter 3/3/2014 1:42:43 PM