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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. $$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Greenville-Spartanburg SC 147 AM EST Fri Jan 30 2026 NCZ033-048>053-058-059-062>065-501-503-505-507-509-302000- /O.CON.KGSP.EC.A.0002.260131T1800Z-260201T1800Z/ Avery-Madison-Yancey-Mitchell-Swain-Haywood-Buncombe-Graham- Northern Jackson-Macon-Southern Jackson-Transylvania-Henderson- Caldwell Mountains-Burke Mountains-McDowell Mountains-Rutherford Mountains-Polk Mountains- Including the cities of Little River, Mars Hill, Franklin, Banner Elk, East Flat Rock, Canton, Cruso, Patterson, Brevard, Spruce Pine, Marshall, Candler, Cullowhee, Sugar Hill, Walnut, Almond, Busick, Cashiers, Newland, Cove Creek, Old Fort, Waynesville, Hendersonville, Celo, Tuxedo, Tuckasegee, Etowah, Micaville, Stecoah, Ramseytown, Asheville, Luck, Alarka, Sylva, Ashford, Wolf Mountain, Waterville, Rainbow Springs, Robbinsville, Allenstand, Highlands, Chimney Rock State Park, Luada, Faust, Poplar, Fletcher, Swiss, Bryson City, Jonas Ridge, Woodlawn, Black Mountain, Wesser, Burnsville, Dana, Kyle, Ingalls, Cedar Mountain, Saluda, and Hot Springs 147 AM EST Fri Jan 30 2026 ...EXTREME COLD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH SUNDAY AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 22 below possible. * WHERE...The mountains of North Carolina. * WHEN...From Saturday afternoon through Sunday afternoon. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to drip slowly. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside. && $$
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. && $$ RWH
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