Hinton, West Virginia – Heavy snow could develop late Saturday night across Summers and western Greenbrier counties, with up to 8 inches possible before the Monday morning commute.
According to the National Weather Service in Blacksburg, a Winter Storm Watch is in effect from late Saturday night through Monday evening. Snow totals between 2 and 8 inches are possible, with wind gusts up to 40 mph producing blowing snow and reduced visibility along higher elevations.
Travel could become very difficult.
Interstate 64 near Hinton and Route 219 through Rainelle and Quinwood may become snow-covered by early Monday. Gusty winds could cause drifting snow across exposed mountain roadways, especially during the Monday morning and evening commutes.
Residents should winterize vehicles and delay nonessential travel beginning late Saturday night. West Virginia Division of Highways crews are expected to stage equipment along primary routes ahead of the system.
Snow may continue in periods through Monday evening before tapering, with slick conditions lingering into Monday night. The Winter Storm Watch remains in effect from late Saturday night through Monday evening as snowfall totals and wind impacts are refined.
