Charleston, WV – A widespread Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect through 7 a.m. Tuesday across portions of West Virginia, southwest Virginia, and western North Carolina, where snow and strong winds are expected to create hazardous travel conditions through the start of the week.
According to the National Weather Service offices in Charleston and Greenville-Spartanburg, total snow accumulations will range from 2 to 4 inches in most lower elevations, increasing to 4 to 6 inches above 3,500 feet, and locally up to 10 inches along the Tennessee border and highest ridges.
Areas under advisories include Kanawha, Boone, Logan, Webster, Randolph, and Upshur Counties in West Virginia, Dickenson and Buchanan Counties in Virginia, and Avery, Madison, Yancey, Mitchell, Haywood, and Graham Counties in North Carolina.
Forecasters warn of gusty winds up to 45 mph, which could down tree limbs and power lines, leading to isolated outages. The snow is expected to make many mountain roads slick and impassable, particularly during the Monday morning and evening commutes.
Motorists are urged to slow down and use caution, keeping emergency supplies in their vehicles. Residents should monitor 511 travel updates and local weather alerts for changing conditions through Monday night.
