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Maryland universities have announced closures, cancellations and virtual adjustments ahead of a major snowstorm this weekend.

Over 3,500 flights nationwide were delayed or canceled by Friday evening, according to FlightAware, a flight-tracking website.

A major winter storm is on track to dump heavy snow — 11-13 inches — and ice on the Baltimore region this weekend, prompting warnings from state and local officials.

Here’s how local and state agencies, hospitals and transportation authorities are preparing for the winter storm in Maryland.

As a snowstorm approaches Baltimore this weekend, you might want to think about moving your car before the city does it for you.

COLUMN | I know Marylanders look ridiculous freaking out over a predicted storm when, more than not, it doesn't materialize. I'm still loading up on snacks, batteries and bourbon anyway.

At grocery stores in Maryland, shoppers found bare shelves and long checkout lines Thursday night amid a rush to finish errands and stock up ahead of this weekend’s major snowstorm.

Here’s a look at some of the Maryland region’s most historic winter storms.

Snowfall will start in Maryland Saturday evening and continue into Sunday, with a high likelihood of at least 5 inches of snow and possibly more than 10, the National Weather Service said Thursday.

As Maryland agencies continue to share tips this week for the state’s Winter Safety Week, here’s how to weather whatever comes this season.

About 140 million people were under winter storm or cold weather watches or warnings — and in many places both.

A major winter storm is expected to sweep across much of the East Coast this weekend.

Forecasters on Tuesday warned that the ice could weigh down trees and power lines, triggering widespread outages.

“The parameters are there for an impactful snow event,” said Anna Stuck, a meteorologist for the National Weather Service’s Baltimore/Washington office.

The snow will taper off in the evening, and temperatures will drop well below freezing.

Marylanders can expect light snow and slick roads around the Baltimore area on Saturday and Sunday, according to the National Weather Service.

It’s too early to tell for sure whether the snow will stick, according to the National Weather Service, but it’s going to be plenty cold.

After a sunny Tuesday, there’s a 60% chance of precipitation on Wednesday evening as some light rain turns into snow, according to the National Weather Service.

A steady rain will keep Marylanders cool and damp this weekend before colder, unsettled weather moves in, bringing gusty winds and the chance for snow or sleet by Monday as January’s chill deepens.