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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Greenville-Spartanburg SC
418 AM EST Sun Jan 19 2025

NCZ051-058-192000-
/O.CON.KGSP.WS.W.0003.250119T1200Z-250120T1200Z/
/O.CON.KGSP.WW.Y.0005.250119T1200Z-250120T1200Z/
Swain-Graham-
Including the cities of Wesser, Alarka, Stecoah, Almond, Bryson
City, Robbinsville, and Luada
418 AM EST Sun Jan 19 2025

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST MONDAY
ABOVE 3500 FEET...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST MONDAY
BELOW 3500 FEET...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning above 3500 feet, heavy snow
  expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches, with 8 to 12
  inches at elevations above 5000 feet in the Smokies. Winds gusting
  as high as 40 mph. For the Winter Weather Advisory below 3500
  feet, snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 3 inches
  with isolated spots seeing up to 4 inches. Winds gusting as high
  as 35 mph.

* WHERE...Graham and Swain Counties.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Monday.

* IMPACTS...The snowfall will create slippery and snow covered
  roadways. The heavy snow will make many roads impassable and may
  produce widespread power outages due to the weight of the snow on
  tree limbs and power lines. The hazardous conditions could impact
  the Monday morning commute.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A dry snow falling into temperatures well
  below freezing will result in very slippery and treacherous
  conditions on untreated roads.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.

A Winter Weather Advisory means that periods of snow, sleet, or
freezing rain will cause travel difficulties. Be prepared for
slippery roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while
driving.

&&

$$

NCZ033-192000-
/O.CON.KGSP.WS.W.0003.250119T1200Z-250120T1200Z/
Avery-
Including the cities of Banner Elk, Newland, and Ingalls
418 AM EST Sun Jan 19 2025

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations up to 6
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Avery County.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Monday.

* IMPACTS...The snowfall will create slippery and snow covered
  roadways. The heavy snow will create snow covered roads and
  produce scattered power outages. The hazardous conditions could
  impact the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down
  tree branches.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A dry snow falling into temperatures well
  below freezing will result in very slippery and treacherous
  conditions on untreated roadways.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.

&&

$$

NCZ048>050-052-192000-
/O.CON.KGSP.WS.W.0003.250119T1200Z-250120T1200Z/
Madison-Yancey-Mitchell-Haywood-
Including the cities of Swiss, Ramseytown, Walnut, Mars Hill,
Allenstand, Burnsville, Waynesville, Cove Creek, Celo,
Waterville, Faust, Spruce Pine, Luck, Busick, Marshall,
Micaville, Hot Springs, Poplar, Cruso, and Canton
418 AM EST Sun Jan 19 2025

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8
  inches near the Tennessee border, and 1 to 3 inches in valley
  locations. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Haywood, Madison, Mitchell, and Yancey Counties.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Monday.

* IMPACTS...The snowfall will create slippery and snow covered
  roadways. The heavy snow will make many roads impassable and may
  produce widespread power outages due to the weight of the snow on
  tree limbs and power lines. The hazardous conditions could impact
  the Monday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree
  branches.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A dry snow falling into temperatures well
  below freezing will result in very slippery and treacherous
  conditions on untreated roadways.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.

&&

$$

NCZ053-192000-
/O.EXA.KGSP.WW.Y.0005.250119T1200Z-250120T1200Z/
Buncombe-
418 AM EST Sun Jan 19 2025

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST MONDAY ABOVE
3500 FEET...

* WHAT...Appreciable snow accumulations expected above 3500 feet.
  Total snow accumulations up to 4 inches at those elevations. Winds
  gusting as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...Buncombe County.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Monday.

* IMPACTS...The heavy snow will create snow covered roads. The
  hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute.
  Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A dry snow falling into temperatures well
  below freezing will result in very slippery and treacherous
  conditions on untreated roadways.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

A Winter Weather Advisory means that periods of snow, sleet, or
freezing rain will cause travel difficulties. Be prepared for
slippery roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while
driving.

&&

$$

NCZ059-192000-
/O.CON.KGSP.WW.Y.0005.250119T1200Z-250120T1200Z/
Northern Jackson-
Including the cities of Tuckasegee, Cullowhee, and Sylva
418 AM EST Sun Jan 19 2025

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST MONDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations up to one inch with
  isolated areas seeing up to 2 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35
  mph.

* WHERE...Northern Jackson County.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Monday.

* IMPACTS...The snowfall will create slippery and snow covered
  roadways. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning
  commute.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A dry snow falling into temperatures well
  below freezing will result in very slippery and treacherous
  conditions on untreated roadways.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

A Winter Weather Advisory means that periods of snow, sleet, or
freezing rain will cause travel difficulties. Be prepared for
slippery roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while
driving.

&&

$$

Wimberley