Winter Storm Warning Issued, GW Parkway Closes at Midnight

A significant winter storm is set to impact the D.C. area, with the National Weather Service issuing a Winter Storm Warning from 1 p.m. Tuesday to 7 a.m. Wednesday, predicting 4 to 8 inches of snow. In preparation, the George Washington Memorial Parkway will close from Spout Run to the Beltway starting at midnight to ensure safe travel conditions and proper road treatment. Travelers are advised to anticipate difficult travel conditions and should carry emergency supplies if they must venture out. The closure is expected to delay the reopening of the parkway as crews will need to use smaller equipment to manage the lane configurations. This winter weather alert affects not just the parkway but also traffic and commuting across central and northern Virginia, Maryland, and the District of Columbia. Authorities recommend checking road conditions and planning alternate routes.