Last Updated on February 5, 2026 1:18 pm
The National Weather Service has issued alerts for multiple counties in western North Carolina and upstate South Carolina.
Avery County Winter Weather Advisory
Timing: 1 PM Friday to 7 AM EST Saturday
Precipitation: Snow
Accumulation: 1 to 4 inches
Location-specific: Up to 6 inches near Tennessee border
Winds: Gusting up to 65 mph
High Wind Watch
Timing: Friday evening through Saturday evening
Wind Conditions:
Northwest winds 20 to 30 mph
Gusts up to 65 mph possible
Potential Impacts
Snow-covered roads
Scattered power outages
Hazardous Friday evening commute
Potential extensive tree and power line damage
Blowing and drifting snow
Wind chill values dropping to around -5 degrees early Saturday morning
Affected Areas
Counties include:
Avery
Alexander
Yancey
Mitchell
Buncombe
Southern Jackson
Transylvania
Henderson
Caldwell
Burke
McDowell
Rutherford
Polk
Including but not limited to:
Rutherfordton
Banner Elk
Marion
Asheville
Brevard
Morganton
Newland
Lenoir
Safety Recommendations
Slow down and use caution while traveling
Check road conditions by calling 511
Prepare for potential power interruptions
Secure loose objects
Stay informed through weather updates
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