Winter Storm Warning Update

WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST WEDNESDAY…

WHAT…Heavy mixed winter precipitation expected. Total snow and sleet accumulations of 4 to 8 inches and ice accumulations up to one half an inch. Locally higher snow amounts north of I-64 west of Lexington. Locally higher ice amounts possible along the Blue Ridge Parkway. For Tazewell and Smyth counties, total snow and sleet accumulations between 3 and 6 inches and ice accumulations up to two tenths of an inch are possible.

WHERE…Portions of northwest North Carolina, southwest and west central Virginia, and southeast West Virginia. WHEN…Until 4 PM EST Wednesday.

IMPACTS…Power outages and tree damage are likely due to the ice. Travel could be nearly impossible. The hazardous conditions will impact the morning and evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS… If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Persons should consider delaying all travel. Motorists should use extreme caution if travel is absolutely necessary.