Baltimore Gears Up for Winter: Officials and Snow Crews Ready for Potential Snowfall

Baltimore officials, including Mayor Brandon Scott, are urging residents to prepare for winter weather hazards. The city's snow removal program includes over 300 personnel, 294 pieces of equipment, and a snow budget of $6.8 million. Residents are advised to stay off the roads during winter storms and to disconnect outside hoses. Safety tips include using batteries instead of candles during power outages, keeping combustible materials away from heat sources, and assembling emergency kits with enough food, water, and medicine for at least 72 hours. Updated information can be found at snow.baltimorecity.gov.