Blacksburg, VA – A cold weather advisory remains in effect for portions of Virginia, North Carolina, and West Virginia, with wind chills dropping as low as -12°F early Friday morning. The advisory, issued by the National Weather Service, is in place until 10 a.m. EST.
According to the NWS, affected areas include Tazewell, Smyth, Montgomery, and Wythe counties in Virginia, as well as Ashe, Alleghany, and Watauga counties in North Carolina. Parts of Mercer, Summers, and Monroe counties in West Virginia are also impacted.
Officials warn that exposure to these extreme temperatures could result in frostbite or hypothermia if precautions are not taken. Residents are urged to wear layered clothing, hats, and gloves when outdoors. Portable heaters should be used safely, and residents should avoid using generators or grills indoors.
The cold conditions are expected to improve later Friday as temperatures rise, but until then, residents should check on vulnerable individuals, including the elderly and those without adequate heating. Travelers should exercise caution when outdoors.
For updates, visit the National Weather Service website or local emergency management sources.
