If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. When venturing outside, watch your first few steps taken on steps, sidewalks, and driveways, which could be icy and slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury.

WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM FRIDAY TO 10 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...In Maryland, Garrett County. In West Virginia, Western Grant and Western Pendleton Counties. * WHEN...From 1 AM Friday to 10 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions will impact the Friday morning and evening commute. The cold wind chills as low as 15 below zero could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken Friday night into Saturday morning. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The combination of heavy snow and gusty northwest winds could lead to blowing snow and reduced visibilities resulting in near blizzard conditions..