Asheville, NC – Heavy snow is moving into the North Carolina mountains tonight, especially along the NC/Tennessee border, where strong winds could make travel dangerous through Monday morning.
According to the National Weather Service in Greenville-Spartanburg, heavy snowfall combined with wind gusts up to 50–60 mph will continue through late tonight and into the first half of Monday before gradually tapering off. The greatest impacts are expected in higher elevations, including areas near Boone, Banner Elk, and along the I-40 corridor near the Tennessee line.
Forecasters warn that snow-covered roads and rapidly changing visibility could make many mountain routes impassable at times. Strong wind gusts may also bring down trees and power lines, increasing the risk of scattered outages across western North Carolina.
A Winter Storm Warning and Winter Weather Advisory remain in effect until midnight Monday for portions of the North Carolina mountains bordering Tennessee.
The storm is expected to impact both the Monday morning and evening commutes, with delays possible on major mountain roadways, including I-40 and U.S. 441 through the Smokies.
Drivers are urged to avoid unnecessary travel in higher elevations and prepare for rapidly changing road conditions. Officials recommend keeping emergency supplies in vehicles and checking road conditions before heading out.
Live in the mountains? How are road conditions in your area tonight?
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