Last Updated on January 4, 2025 3:13 pm
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Avery-Mitchell-Caldwell Mountains-Burke Mountains-McDowell
Mountains-
Including the cities of Ashford, Banner Elk, Woodlawn, Sugar
Hill, Ingalls, Spruce Pine, Poplar, Patterson, Jonas Ridge, Old
Fort, and Newland
235 PM EST Sat Jan 4 2025
…WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM SUNDAY TO 1 PM EST
MONDAY…
- WHAT…Mixed precipitation expected. Total snow accumulations up
to one inch and ice accumulations around two tenths of an inch. - WHERE…Avery, Burke Mountains, Caldwell Mountains, McDowell
Mountains, and Mitchell Counties. - WHEN…From 1 PM Sunday to 1 PM EST Monday.
- IMPACTS…Snow and ice accumulations could make many roads slick
and impassable. The weight of the snow and ice on tree limbs and
power lines could produce isolated outages. The hazardous
conditions could impact the Monday morning commute.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.
A Winter Weather Advisory means that periods of snow, sleet, or
freezing rain will cause travel difficulties. Be prepared for
slippery roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while
driving.
