Last Updated on January 14, 2026 1:26 pm
NCZ001-018-VAZ015-150200-/O.NEW.KRNK.WI.Y.0002.260115T0200Z-260115T1600Z//O.EXB.KRNK.CW.Y.0001.260115T0500Z-260116T1200Z/Ashe-Watauga-Grayson-Including the cities of Troutdale, Whitetop, Boone, Independence,Volney, and West Jefferson1259 PM EST Wed Jan 14 2026
…WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO 11 AM ESTTHURSDAY……COLD WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 7 AM ESTFRIDAY…
WHAT…For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 25 mph withgusts up to 50 mph expected. For the Cold Weather Advisory, verycold wind chills as low as 12 below expected.
WHERE…In North Carolina, Ashe and Watauga Counties. In Virginia,Grayson County.
WHEN…For the Wind Advisory, from 9 PM this evening to 11 AM ESTThursday. For the Cold Weather Advisory, from midnight tonight to7 AM EST Friday.
IMPACTS…Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Treelimbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Thecold wind chills as low as 10 below zero could result inhypothermia if precautions are not taken.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for highprofile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, ahat, and gloves.
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