Last Updated on November 20, 2024 3:26 pm
NCZ033-048>050-210930-/O.NEW.KGSP.WW.Y.0008.241121T1800Z-241123T1200Z/Avery-Madison-Yancey-Mitchell-Including the cities of Ramseytown, Newland, Luck, Mars Hill,Burnsville, Ingalls, Faust, Hot Springs, Celo, Allenstand,Micaville, Spruce Pine, Poplar, Swiss, Walnut, Busick, Marshall,and Banner Elk315 PM EST Wed Nov 20 2024
…WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THURSDAY TO 7 AM ESTSATURDAY…
WHAT…Snow expected. Total snow accumulations mainly of 1 to 2inches in lower elevations, and 2 to 4 inches on ridgetops, with afew isolated ridgetop locations seeing 4 to 6 inches. Windsgusting as high as 50 mph.
WHERE…Avery, Madison, Mitchell, and Yancey Counties.
WHEN…From 1 PM Thursday to 7 AM EST Saturday.
IMPACTS…The heavy snow will create snow covered roads andproduce scattered power outages. The hazardous conditions couldimpact the Thursday evening and Friday morning commutes. Gustywinds could bring down tree branches.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.
A Winter Weather Advisory means that periods of snow, sleet, orfreezing rain will cause travel difficulties. Be prepared forslippery roads and limited visibilities, and use caution whiledriving.
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