Weather WarningWeather AlertsAlertsNewsWeather NewsWeather Advisory

High Wind Warning for Watauga & Ashe for Tuesday February 13, 2024

Last Updated on February 13, 2024 7:20 am

URGENT – WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Blacksburg VA
213 AM EST Tue Feb 13 2024

NCZ001-002-018-VAZ015>017-132000-
/O.CON.KRNK.HW.W.0002.240213T0800Z-240213T2000Z/
Ashe-Alleghany NC-Watauga-Grayson-Carroll-Floyd-
Including the cities of Sparta, Independence, Boone, Troutdale,
Whitetop, Volney, Floyd, West Jefferson, and Galax
213 AM EST Tue Feb 13 2024

…HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM EST THIS
AFTERNOON…

  • WHAT…Northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph
    expected.
  • WHERE…In North Carolina, Alleghany NC, Ashe, and Watauga
    Counties. In Virginia, Carroll, Floyd, and Grayson Counties.
  • WHEN…Until 3 PM EST this afternoon.
  • IMPACTS…Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. The
    wet ground will make it easier for trees to topple over.
    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.

Back to top button