Special Weather Statement Kentucky, Ohio, West Virginia | Effective 03/16/2026 11:06

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued March 16 at 2:06PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
March 16, 2026 - 11:06am
Expires: 
March 16, 2026 - 4:00pm
Description: 
Precipitation will spread across the area this afternoon. While precipitation may begin as rain, it will transition to snow through early this evening, with a period of steady snow expected thereafter through mid to late evening. Snow accumulations of 0.5 to 2.0" are possible, especially across the higher elevations. Snow will accumulate most efficiently on grassy and elevated surfaces, however, roadways could become briefly snow-covered and slushy under the heaviest snowfall rates. Please slow down and allow extra time to reach your destination.
Area Description: 
Greenup; Carter; Boyd; Lawrence; Perry; Morgan; Athens; Washington; Jackson; Vinton; Meigs; Gallia; Lawrence; Wayne; Cabell; Mason; Jackson; Wood; Pleasants; Tyler; Lincoln; Putnam; Kanawha; Roane; Wirt; Calhoun; Ritchie; Doddridge; Mingo; Logan; Boone; Clay; Braxton; Gilmer; Lewis; Harrison; Taylor
Forcast Office: 
NWS Charleston WV