Last Updated on September 27, 2024 5:08 am
URGENT – WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Blacksburg VA
400 AM EDT Fri Sep 27 2024
NCZ001-018-VAZ007-009-015-271600-
/O.CON.KRNK.HW.W.0004.000000T0000Z-240928T0000Z/
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Including the cities of Independence, Boone, Volney, Tazewell,
Marion, Whitetop, Troutdale, and West Jefferson
400 AM EDT Fri Sep 27 2024
…HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING…
- WHAT…Southeast winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.
- WHERE…In North Carolina, Ashe and Watauga Counties. In Virginia,
Grayson, Smyth, and Tazewell Counties. - WHEN…Until 8 PM EDT this evening.
- IMPACTS…Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution
if you must drive.
