North Carolina, NWS and Winter

Western North Carolina prepares for Winter storm
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Winter storm warning affecting Western North Carolina Friday and Saturday, says the NWS
On Thursday at 2:13 p.m. the NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC issued a winter storm warning valid from Friday 7 a.m. until Saturday 7 a.m. The warning is for Northern Jackson, Southern Jackson, Caldwell Mountains,
UPDATE: Winter storm warning affecting Western North Carolina until Monday evening, according to the NWS
The NWS Blacksburg VA issued an updated winter storm warning at 3:46 a.m. on Monday. The warning is for Ashe, Alleghany and Watauga counties.
Winter weather preparations underway in western North Carolina
Preparations are underway across the region for the possibility of snow and ice on Friday. ALSO READ: Icy conditions impact roads in North Carolina mountain communities The North Carolina Department of Transportation told Channel 9′s Dave Faherty it was too cold in Burke County to put down the saltwater mixture Wednesday afternoon – they’re concerned it could freeze.
UPDATE: Winter weather advisory affecting Western North Carolina until Tuesday morning, according to the NWS
On Monday at 10:53 a.m. the NWS Blacksburg VA issued an updated winter weather advisory. The advisory is for Ashe, Alleghany and Watauga counties.
Gov. Stein declares state of emergency for North Carolina ahead of winter storm
Governor Josh Stein has declared a state of emergency for North Carolina in anticipation of severe winter weather.
Winter storm watch to take effect across Charlotte area, much of North Carolina
A winter storm watch has been issued for much of North Carolina, including the Charlotte area, as the state prepares for snow later this week. The watch will go into effect in most counties on Friday morning and will last through Saturday morning.
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School closings in Western North Carolina, Friday, Jan. 10
Some school systems in Western North Carolina are closed Friday, Jan. 10, due to winter weather. This story will be updated Start the day smarter. Get all the news you need in your inbox each morning.
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Residents brace for freezing rain as winter weather nears Western North Carolina
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