Winter Storm Watch Issued For Northern Virginia

WASHINGTON, DC — A winter storm watch has been issued for much of northern Virginia from 7 p.m. on Monday, March 13, to 2 p.m. on Tuesday, March 14.

The National Weather Service issues a winter storm watch when there is the potential for significant snow, sleet or ice accumulation that could impact travel. Snow is expected to start Monday evening and continue into Tuesday.

Authorities said at least 5 inches of snow may fall in a 12-hour period — with significantly higher accumulations possible in some areas. Heavy snow may make roads impassable and lead to power outages due to the weight of snow on tree limbs and power lines.

The winter storm watch includes the District of Columbia, plus the communities and counties of Prince William, Manassas, Manassas Park, Fairfax, Arlington, Falls Church, Alexandria, Stafford, and Loudoun.

Winds are expected to be 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph, and temperatures will be in the low 30s, according to the National Weather Service.

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