It’s Friday, Jan. 23, and listed below are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check the weather forecast here.
1. Winter storm watch: National Weather Service (NWS) issued a Winter Storm Watch starting Saturday. See more here
Winter Storm Watches have been issued for the entire area late Saturday afternoon-Sunday. Plowable snow & significant icing (especially south of I-66/US-50) can be expected. More: https://t.co/ZOlvESgJ2H. The time is now to prepare to minimize impacts for you & your family. pic.twitter.com/20G10OsXNF
— NWS Baltimore-Washington (@NWS_BaltWash) January 22, 2026
2. Prepare now: Now is the time to prepare for the snow storm, according to the county’s Office of Emergency Management and Homeland Security.
❄️ Winter weather is likely headed our way this weekend.
⚠️ Start preparing now!🔦
❄️ Es probable que este fin de semana llegue el tiempo invernal. ⛄️
⚠️ ¡Empiece a prepararse ahora!🔦#MDwx @MontgomeryCoMD @MontCoExec pic.twitter.com/cFnDbRagBj— Montgomery Co. MD OEMHS (@ReadyMontgomery) January 21, 2026
3. Snow portal: Montgomery County has a Winter Storm Information Portal where residents can find information about street plowing, how to submit a snow-related service request, and more. See the portal here
Winter Storm Watch: Heavy snow is expected this weekend across parts of Montgomery County. Residents are encouraged to prepare and stay informed. Check our Snow Portal for resources and updates: https://t.co/hUjFTizrbB pic.twitter.com/jp9lq8SxXn
— Montgomery County MD Government (@MontgomeryCoMD) January 22, 2026
4. Tips: Hear some winter weather tips from Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer, like giving space heaters space.
Be Aware, Be Informed, Be Prepared @MontgomeryCoMD @MontCoExec https://t.co/tmuaRAVi1l pic.twitter.com/PEgV7n22P2
— Pete Piringer (@mcfrsPIO) January 21, 2026
5. Keep non-perishables: Snow storms can cut power, so residents are advised to keep enough non-perishable food, water, and medications to last at least three days.
Winter storms can cut power. Keep enough non-perishable food, water, medications for at least 3 days.
Info: https://t.co/nHtJ53tqm2
Las tormentas invernales pueden cortar el servicio eléctrico. Mantenga suficiente comida no perecedera, agua y medicamentos para al menos 3 días. pic.twitter.com/1liMMKrFNM— Montgomery Co. MD OEMHS (@ReadyMontgomery) January 22, 2026
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