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Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Greenville-Spartanburg SC
332 AM EST Fri Jan 30 2026

NCZ033-048>053-058-059-062>065-501-503-505-507-509-310845-
Avery-Madison-Yancey-Mitchell-Swain-Haywood-Buncombe-Graham-
Northern Jackson-Macon-Southern Jackson-Transylvania-Henderson-
Caldwell Mountains-Burke Mountains-McDowell Mountains-
Rutherford Mountains-Polk Mountains-
332 AM EST Fri Jan 30 2026

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON
TO 7 AM EST SUNDAY...
...EXTREME COLD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY AFTERNOON
THROUGH SUNDAY AFTERNOON...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for western North Carolina.

.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Winter Storm Warning.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Saturday through Thursday.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Winter Storm Warning.
   Extreme Cold Watch.

Temperatures will remain very cold through early next week. A
strong arctic front may bring the coldest weather of the season
this weekend. Temperatures across portions of the area are likely
to remain below freezing until at least Monday afternoon. As this
period of unusually cold weather continues, the potential for damage
to infrastructure, including burst water pipes will steadily
increase.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

None.

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URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Greenville-Spartanburg SC
147 AM EST Fri Jan 30 2026

NCZ033-048>053-058-059-062>065-501-503-505-507-509-302000-
/O.CON.KGSP.EC.A.0002.260131T1800Z-260201T1800Z/
Avery-Madison-Yancey-Mitchell-Swain-Haywood-Buncombe-Graham-
Northern Jackson-Macon-Southern Jackson-Transylvania-Henderson-
Caldwell Mountains-Burke Mountains-McDowell Mountains-Rutherford
Mountains-Polk Mountains-
Including the cities of Little River, Mars Hill, Franklin, Banner
Elk, East Flat Rock, Canton, Cruso, Patterson, Brevard, Spruce
Pine, Marshall, Candler, Cullowhee, Sugar Hill, Walnut, Almond,
Busick, Cashiers, Newland, Cove Creek, Old Fort, Waynesville,
Hendersonville, Celo, Tuxedo, Tuckasegee, Etowah, Micaville,
Stecoah, Ramseytown, Asheville, Luck, Alarka, Sylva, Ashford,
Wolf Mountain, Waterville, Rainbow Springs, Robbinsville,
Allenstand, Highlands, Chimney Rock State Park, Luada, Faust,
Poplar, Fletcher, Swiss, Bryson City, Jonas Ridge, Woodlawn,
Black Mountain, Wesser, Burnsville, Dana, Kyle, Ingalls, Cedar
Mountain, Saluda, and Hot Springs
147 AM EST Fri Jan 30 2026

...EXTREME COLD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY AFTERNOON
THROUGH SUNDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 22 below possible.

* WHERE...The mountains of North Carolina.

* WHEN...From Saturday afternoon through Sunday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero
  could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must
go outside.

To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to
drip slowly.

Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure
portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills
inside.

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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Greenville-Spartanburg SC
142 AM EST Fri Jan 30 2026

NCZ033-048>053-058-059-062>065-501-503-505-507-509-301600-
/O.CON.KGSP.WS.W.0001.260130T2100Z-260201T1200Z/
Avery-Madison-Yancey-Mitchell-Swain-Haywood-Buncombe-Graham-
Northern Jackson-Macon-Southern Jackson-Transylvania-Henderson-
Caldwell Mountains-Burke Mountains-McDowell Mountains-Rutherford
Mountains-Polk Mountains-
Including the cities of Little River, Mars Hill, Franklin, Banner
Elk, East Flat Rock, Canton, Cruso, Patterson, Brevard, Spruce
Pine, Marshall, Candler, Cullowhee, Sugar Hill, Walnut, Almond,
Busick, Cashiers, Newland, Cove Creek, Old Fort, Waynesville,
Hendersonville, Celo, Tuxedo, Tuckasegee, Etowah, Micaville,
Stecoah, Ramseytown, Asheville, Luck, Alarka, Sylva, Ashford,
Wolf Mountain, Waterville, Rainbow Springs, Robbinsville,
Allenstand, Highlands, Chimney Rock State Park, Luada, Faust,
Poplar, Fletcher, Swiss, Bryson City, Jonas Ridge, Woodlawn,
Black Mountain, Wesser, Burnsville, Dana, Kyle, Ingalls, Cedar
Mountain, Saluda, and Hot Springs
142 AM EST Fri Jan 30 2026

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON
TO 7 AM EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and
  8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...The mountains of North Carolina.

* WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 7 AM EST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...The heavy snow will make many roads impassable and may
  produce isolated power outages due to the weight of the snow on
  tree limbs and power lines. The hazardous conditions could impact
  the Friday evening commute. Strong winds could cause damage to
  trees and power lines.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow is expected to rapidly stick to roads
  and other surfaces due to temperatures in the 20s. Travel
  conditions could deteriorate rapidly as early as Friday evening.
  Very gusty winds on Saturday could result in areas of blowing
  snow, causing very poor visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.

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RWH

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