Last Updated on February 11, 2025 8:07 am
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Avery-Burke Mountains-
Including the cities of Ingalls, Newland, Banner Elk, and Jonas
Ridge
410 AM EST Tue Feb 11 2025
…ICE STORM WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST WEDNESDAY…
* WHAT…Significant icing. Ice accumulations around one quarter
inch. Locations along and east of Highway 221 could see up to one
half inch.
* WHERE…Avery County and the high elevations of Burke County.
* WHEN…Until 7 AM EST Wednesday.
* IMPACTS…Ice accumulations could make many roads treacherous and
impassable. The weight of ice on tree limbs and power lines could
produce numerous outages. The hazardous conditions could impact
the Tuesday morning and evening commutes.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
An Ice Storm Storm Warning means severe winter weather conditions
are expected or occurring. Significant amounts of ice accumulations
could make travel dangerous. If you must travel, keep a flashlight,
food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Ice
accumulations will likely lead to snapped power lines and falling
tree branches that add to the danger. Prepare for possible power
outages. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling
from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
