Special Weather Statement North Carolina, Virginia, West Virginia | Effective 03/17/2026 05:32

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued March 17 at 8:32AM EDT by NWS Blacksburg VA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
March 17, 2026 - 5:32am
Expires: 
March 17, 2026 - 11:15am
Description: 
Expect a continuation of scattered snow showers and flurries today. Some of the heavier snow showers may produce a quick half inch, to an inch of snow, in addition to what is already on the ground. Last night's snowfall has produced some icy roads. If you are traveling today, be prepared for hazardous travel, especially in the higher elevations. Also watch-out for today's snow showers which may reduce visibility and re-coat roads with snow making them icy.
Area Description: 
Ashe; Watauga; Tazewell; Smyth; Bland; Wythe; Grayson; Mercer; Summers
Forcast Office: 
NWS Blacksburg VA