Last Updated on January 18, 2025 8:31 am
NCZ001-018-VAZ009-015-182100-/O.NEW.KRNK.WW.Y.0007.250119T1200Z-250120T1200Z/Ashe-Watauga-Smyth-Grayson-Including the cities of Whitetop, Troutdale, Marion, Boone,Independence, West Jefferson, and Volney415 AM EST Sat Jan 18 2025
…WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM SUNDAY TO 7 AM ESTMONDAY…
WHAT…Snow expected. Total snow accumulations up to 4 inches.Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.
WHERE…In North Carolina, Ashe and Watauga Counties. In Virginia,Grayson and Smyth Counties.
WHEN…From 7 AM Sunday to 7 AM EST Monday.
IMPACTS…Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardousconditions could impact the Monday morning commute.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest roadconditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained bycalling 5 1 1.
People are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If youmust go outside, dress in layers. Several layers of clothes willkeep you warmer than a single heavy coat. Cover exposed skin toreduce your risk of frostbite or hypothermia. Gloves, a scarf, and ahat will keep you from losing your body heat.
Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution whiledriving. If you are going outside, watch your first few steps takenon stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy andslippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury.
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