Headline:
Winter Weather Advisory issued March 17 at 12:32AM EDT until March 17 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Event:
Winter Weather Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 16, 2026 - 9:32pm
Expires:
March 17, 2026 - 5:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Snow above 3500 feet. Additional snow accumulations up to
1-2 inches, with locally higher amounts possible above 5,000 feet.
Additional snow accumulations of a dusting to possibly half an
inch in some lower elevations. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.
* WHERE...The North Carolina mountain counties along the Tennessee
border above 3500 feet.
* WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT this morning.
* IMPACTS...The snowfall will create slippery and snow covered
roadways. The hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday
morning commute. Strong winds could cause damage to trees and
power lines.
Instruction:
Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.
Area Description:
Avery; Madison; Yancey; Mitchell; Swain; Haywood; Graham
Forcast Office:
NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC