"Maryland Braces for Record Snow and Dangerous Cold, Impacting Travel"

Maryland is experiencing dangerously cold temperatures and slippery travel, prompting an ALERT DAY through Wednesday night. Bitterly cold wind-chills and re-freezing of snow and slush are expected, leading to treacherous driving conditions. Light snow is forecasted for Thursday night into Friday, with the potential for accumulation. The weekend will be brutally cold but dry and sunny, with the possibility of a major January thaw next week.