Last Updated on January 14, 2026 1:26 pm
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Ashe-Watauga-Grayson-
Including the cities of Troutdale, Whitetop, Boone, Independence,
Volney, and West Jefferson
1259 PM EST Wed Jan 14 2026
…WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO 11 AM EST
THURSDAY…
…COLD WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 7 AM EST
FRIDAY…
- WHAT…For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 25 mph with
gusts up to 50 mph expected. For the Cold Weather Advisory, very
cold wind chills as low as 12 below expected. - WHERE…In North Carolina, Ashe and Watauga Counties. In Virginia,
Grayson County. - WHEN…For the Wind Advisory, from 9 PM this evening to 11 AM EST
Thursday. For the Cold Weather Advisory, from midnight tonight to
7 AM EST Friday. - IMPACTS…Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. The
cold wind chills as low as 10 below zero could result in
hypothermia if precautions are not taken.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves.
