Last Updated on December 23, 2022 5:16 am
URGENT – WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Blacksburg VA
350 AM EST Fri Dec 23 2022
NCZ001-018-WVZ508-231700-
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/O.CON.KRNK.WC.W.0001.221223T1100Z-221224T1800Z/
Ashe-Watauga-Western Greenbrier-
Including the cities of West Jefferson, Boone, Quinwood, Duo,
and Rainelle
350 AM EST Fri Dec 23 2022
…WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST SATURDAY…
…WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST SATURDAY…
- WHAT…For the Wind Chill Warning, dangerously cold wind chills
expected. Wind chills as low as 30 below zero. For the Winter
Weather Advisory, snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches.
Temperatures will fall quickly leading to a flash freeze of
liquid on the ground as well. - WHERE…In North Carolina, Ashe and Watauga Counties. In West
Virginia, Western Greenbrier County. - WHEN…For the Wind Chill Warning, until 1 PM EST Saturday.
For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 7 AM EST Saturday. - IMPACTS…Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous
conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Strong
winds could cause tree damage. The dangerously cold wind
chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as
10 minutes.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
A Wind Chill Warning means the combination of very cold air and
strong winds will create dangerously low wind chill values. This
will result in frost bite and lead to hypothermia or death if
precautions are not taken.
Avoid outside activities if possible. When outside, make sure you
wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. Bring pets inside.
A flash freeze will result in slick road conditions. Slow down
and use caution while traveling.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
