Last Updated on January 17, 2022 5:55 am
NCZ001-018-VAZ015-171845-/O.NEW.KRNK.HW.W.0001.220117T1042Z-220118T0300Z/Ashe-Watauga-Grayson-Including the cities of West Jefferson, Boone, Independence,Whitetop, Troutdale, and Volney542 AM EST Mon Jan 17 2022
…HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THIS EVENING…
WHAT…Northwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.
WHERE…In Virginia, Grayson County. In North Carolina, Asheand Watauga Counties.
WHEN…Until 10 PM EST this evening.
IMPACTS…Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will bedifficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Blowing snow may make for white outconditions on area roadways. Motorists are urged to drive withextreme caution.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
People should avoid being outside in forested areas and aroundtrees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels ofyour home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution ifyou must drive.
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