Winter storm warning hoisted. Up to 10 inches
CZ033-220400-
/O.NEW.KGSP.WS.W.0002.260222T0500Z-260224T0500Z/
Avery-
Including the cities of Banner Elk, Ingalls, and Newland
150 PM EST Sat Feb 21 2026
...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO MIDNIGHT
EST MONDAY NIGHT...
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations mostly
between 2 and 6 inches, with amounts up to 10 inches possible
along the Tennessee border and in the high elevations.
* WHERE...Avery County.
* WHEN...From midnight tonight to midnight EST Monday Night.
* IMPACTS...The heavy snow will make many roads impassable and may
produce a few power outages due to the weight of the snow on tree
limbs and power lines. The hazardous conditions could impact the
Monday morning and evening commutes.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 50 mph could result
in areas of blowing snow and very low visibility Sunday night and
Monday.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.
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