All motorists must have snow tires or chains on their vehicles when traveling.
Frederick, Md (KM) The Maryland State Police say the Snow Emergency Plan will take affect in Frederick County beginning at 6:00 PM on Wednesday.
Troopers say motorist who go out driving need to have snow tires or chains on their vehicles. Studded tires are allowed form Nov. 1st through Marc. 31st
When the Snow Emergency Plan is in effect, motorists may not park their vehicles on highways designated as Snow Emergency Routes.
The Snow Emergency Routes in Frederick County are:
U.S. Route 15
U.S. Route 15 (Business)
U.S. Route 40
U.S. Route 40 (Alternate)
U.S. Route 340
MD Route 17
MD Route 26
MD Route 27
MD Route 28
MD Route 31
MD Route 75
MD Route 76
MD Route 79
MD Route 80
MD Route 85
MD Route 140
MD Route 144FA
MD Route 180
MD Route 194
Interstate 70
Interstate 270
By Kevin McManus