Statement as of 02:46 PM EST on lapkričio 26, 2009
... Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect from 6 PM this evening to noon EST Friday above 3500 feet...
A Winter Weather Advisory above 3500 feet remains in effect from 6 PM this evening to noon EST Friday.
Isolated to scattered snow showers will affect the higher elevations of the southern and central North Carolina mountains this evening... then become more numerous after midnight. The snow is expected to taper off by noon Friday. Snowfall accumulations will be highly variable across the advisory area... and will be mainly confined to areas above 3500 feet. Up to three inches will be possible in the higher elevations of the smokies... Newfound mountains... and along the cherohala Skyway in Graham County. Meanwhile... although occasional flurries or light snow showers can be expected in the lower elevations from Robbinsville and Bryson City... northeast to Waynesville and Weaverville... little or no accumulation is expected in the valleys.
Precautionary/preparedness actions...
A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered roads and limited visibilities... and use caution while driving.
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Wind Advisory
Statement as of 02:26 PM EST on lapkričio 26, 2009
... Wind Advisory remains in effect from 6 PM this evening to 6 PM EST Friday...
A Wind Advisory remains in effect from 6 PM this evening to 6 PM EST Friday for the central and southern mountains of North Carolina... as well as Rabun County in northeast Georgia.
Sustained northwest winds of 20 to 30 mph will develop across the advisory area tonight behind a departing cold front. Wind gusts to 50 mph will be possible overnight... especially along the higher ridge tops. The very windy conditions will continue through much of the day on Friday before diminishing by evening.
Precautionary/preparedness actions...
A Wind Advisory means that winds of 35 mph are expected. Winds this strong can make driving difficult... especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Moist soil conditions in some areas could permit a few trees to be toppled by wind gusts that usually do not produce damage. Be on the lookout for any fallen trees if driving through the advisory area tonight through Friday.