A major winter storm is set to disrupt lives across the Mid-Atlantic and Southern regions this weekend, with snow, sleet, and ice prompting emergency measures and event rescheduling in Maryland and Arkansas. The storm, which began impacting the region on January 23, 2026, is expected to intensify throughout the weekend, leaving officials scrambling to minimize disruptions to daily routines and local institutions.
Emergency Closures and Disruptions
In Maryland, Johns Hopkins University is advising students, staff, and faculty to sign up for its Rave Emergency Text Message System, which will deliver timely updates on campus closures and changes to essential services. The university urged its community to ensure emergency contact details are current, preparing them for potential delays or cancellations that the storm may cause.
The storm has also prompted Washington County Parks
