Outages, Black Ice, Fallen Trees: Harford County Snowstorm Live Feed

BEL AIR, MD (UPDATED 4:18 p.m.) — Heavy snow has blanketed Harford County, where 6 to 8 inches of accumulation have been reported.

We'll be keeping a live stream of updates on the weather — and any changes to the forecast — in this post, so stay tuned.

When will my street get plowed? Check the Harford County Snow Plow Tracker. Wait to clear your driveway and sidewalk until after the plows have cleared the road from curb to curb. If you must park in the street, park on the even numbered side, as close to the curb as possible, until the opposite side is cleared, according to the Harford County Department of Emergency Services.

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What are roads like? The Harford County Department of Emergency Services reported that it has received notification about black ice, slippery road conditions and fallen trees Tuesday. People are advised to stay off the roads if possible.

Harford County DPW Bureau of Highway Engineering offered this report after 3 p.m.: "Snow plows are still on the roads and reporting a wet snow that is difficult to clear and turns to slush, which can refreeze and turn to ice. This is especially happening on secondary roads that don't get as much traffic as the major roadways, and therefore some are not cleared down to the pavement. Please be careful and avoid travel if possible. The photo is from earlier in the day as County Executive Barry Glassman toured county roads. Thanks & be safe."

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Nearly 500 people were without power after 3 p.m. in Harford County, according to BGE.

Above, BGE outage map for Harford County as of 3:15 p.m.

Wires were down in several areas, and more than 1,400 BGE customers were experiencing power outages in Harford County after 8 a.m., according to the utility company.
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Above, BGE outage map for Harford County as of 8:05 a.m.

How much snow did we get? Snow and sleet were projected to measure anywhere from 6 to 12 inches, with higher amounts across the northern central part of the county, the National Weather Service says.

What is the time table? The snow-sleet-freezing rain mix changed to all snow after 8 a.m. on Tuesday. A winter storm warning was in effect until 2 p.m. on Tuesday, March 14. The heaviest snow was expected between 10 p.m. Monday and 8 a.m. Tuesday, Ayers said.

Will schools be closed? Check on school closings and other cancellations here.

Now what? Restrict travel. Driving will be dangerous during the winter storm warning period and should only be done in an emergency. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle. Keep fire hydrants free from snow.

How can I prepare? Charge electronic devices and make sure you have batteries, a snow shovel and salt as well as food and water. Fill up the gas tank in your car. Check on neighbors and older adults.

In the event of a power outage, call BGE at 1-877-778-2222 or report the outage online. Delmarva Power customers can contact the company at 1-800-898-8042 or report a Delmarva Power outage online.

Flight Delays: Flights from many East Coast cities are being delayed as the storm moves in Monday evening. You can check for delays at BWI, Dulles, Reagan and other airports.

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Image from Harford County Government, Harford County Emergency Operations Center in Hickory. Still shot from CHART traffic camera at Rocks State Park at 8 a.m. on March 14.