Virginia and West Virginia – A Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect Friday across portions of southwest and central Virginia and southeast West Virginia, with accumulating snow expected to cause slippery and hazardous travel conditions.
According to the National Weather Service in Blacksburg, snowfall totals of 2 to 4 inches are expected across the Alleghany Highlands of Virginia and southeast West Virginia, including Alleghany, Bath, and Craig counties in Virginia and Mercer, Summers, Monroe, and Greenbrier counties in West Virginia. The advisory in these areas remains in effect until 7 p.m. EST this evening.
In southwest Virginia, including Tazewell, Smyth, Bland, Giles, Wythe, Pulaski, and Montgomery counties, snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches are forecast, mainly along and northwest of I-81. The advisory for this region continues until 4 p.m. EST this afternoon.
Farther east, a Winter Weather Advisory is also in effect until 7 p.m. EST for the Roanoke Valley, southern Shenandoah Valley, and central Virginia Piedmont, where up to 2 inches of snow is expected. Affected communities include Roanoke, Salem, Lynchburg, Bedford, Buena Vista, Lexington, Amherst, and Appomattox.
Forecasters warn that slippery road conditions are likely, especially on bridges, overpasses, and untreated roads. The timing of the snowfall could impact both the Friday morning and evening commutes, particularly in higher elevations.
Motorists are urged to slow down, allow extra travel time, and use caution. Road conditions can be checked by dialing 511 for state transportation updates.
Snowfall is expected to taper later this evening, but lingering slick spots may persist into the overnight hours.
