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January 22, 2016 | Sonya Burke

Over 100,000 Tons of Salt Ready for Snow Plowing Operations (VIDEO)

DOT crews are ready for the blizzard. In fact, they have 100,000 tons of salt to use in their snow plowing operation. Take a look:

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January 21, 2016 | Maureen Chowdhury

Governor Hogan Declares State of Emergency for Friday Jan. 22 (VIDEO)

Governor Larry Hogan signed an Executive Order declaring a state of emergency in Maryland, starting on Friday, Jan. 22 at 7 a.m., ahead of the potential winter storm. You can view the news conference Hogan held on Thursday about the storm, below: “Our state is taking every precaution – coordinating all available resources – to prepare to […]

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January 21, 2016 | Maureen Chowdhury

The Teacher Behind “MoCo Snow” Blog (PHOTO)

With a winter storm predicted to hit Montgomery County this week,  the question on everyone’s mind is, will there be a snow day? The “MoCo Snow” blog is one way residents can find aggregated weather predictions, and students can gauge if winter conditions will cause school closings or delays in Montgomery County. Founder of “MoCo […]

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January 20, 2016 | Staff Writer

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Drivers Urged to Use Caution During Winter Storm

Maryland State Police are urging drivers to use caution and think twice before heading out this weekend due to the potential snow storm. Here are the recommendations from state troopers: Stay home this weekend unless the nature of your employment requires you to travel (emergency responder, medical profession, snow removal etc.); Maryland State Police will […]

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January 20, 2016 | Sonya Burke

Help the Homeless: Shelter Prepares to House Over 200 Men During Winter Storm

UPDATED The Montgomery County Coalition for the Homeless (MCCH) is prepared to house over 200 men at its emergency shelter during the snowstorm that is forecast to impact our area on Friday and Saturday. On Monday night, which was one of the coldest nights of the winter season, the shelter housed 189 men at its […]

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