Winter Storm Warning issued January 25 at 3:04AM EST until January 26 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Raleigh NC
* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation. Additional snow and sleet
accumulations around one inch, locally up to two. Ice
accumulations of one quarter to one half inch.
* WHERE...The northwest Piedmont of North Carolina.
* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Monday.
* IMPACTS...Significant ice accumulation on power lines and tree
limbs may cause widespread and long-lasting power outages. Power
outages and tree damage are likely due to the ice. Travel could be
nearly impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the
Monday morning commute.
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. If travel is absolutely
necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter
storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains,
booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing.
Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help
you survive in case you become stranded.
Varoitus voimassa su klo 10:04 - ma klo 20:00
