Last Updated on December 18, 2025 12:58 pm
URGENT – WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Blacksburg VA
1243 PM EST Thu Dec 18 2025
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Ashe-Alleghany NC-Watauga-Grayson-Carroll-Floyd-Roanoke-
Including the cities of Floyd, Salem, West Jefferson, Sparta,
Independence, Troutdale, Roanoke, Whitetop, Galax, Boone, and
Volney
1243 PM EST Thu Dec 18 2025
…HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 10 PM EST FRIDAY…
- WHAT…West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible.
- WHERE…In North Carolina, Alleghany NC, Ashe, and Watauga
Counties. In Virginia, Carroll, Floyd, Grayson, and Roanoke
Counties. - WHEN…From 7 AM to 10 PM EST Friday.
- IMPACTS…Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
Power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially
for high profile vehicles.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Watch for falling debris, tree limbs, and downed power lines. Use
caution if you must drive.
