Special Weather Statement issued March 3 at 9:23PM EST by NWS Blacksburg VA
Grass, brush, leaf and tree litter are very dry. Although relative humidity will be higher Tuesday, temperatures will be warmer and winds will be stronger during the afternoon and early evening hours. Rain is not expected to develop soon enough to have an impact on fuel moisture during the warmest part of the day on Tuesday. So, in coordination with forestry officials it is still recommended to refrain from outdoor burning. If you work with equipment that generates sparks, such as chainsaws or grinding tools, please ensure that fire suppression equipment is readily available. Properly extinguish and dispose of any
Red Flag Warning issued March 1 at 2:38AM EST until March 1 at 10:00PM EST by NWS Blacksburg VA
...DANGEROUS CONDITIONS FOR THE SPREAD OF WILDFIRES POSSIBLE THROUGH THIS EVENING... .Low humidity and breezy, shifting winds along with drying fuels will potentially support dangerous wildfire conditions. The National Weather Service in Blacksburg has issued a Red Flag Warning for wind and low relative humidity, which is in effect from 10 AM this morning to 10 PM EST this evening. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect. * AFFECTED AREA...In North Carolina, Fire Weather Zone 001 Ashe, Fire Weather Zone 002 Alleghany NC, Fire Weather Zone 003 Surry, Fire Weather Zone 004 Stokes, Fire Weather Zone 005 Rockingham
Cold Weather Advisory issued February 20 at 7:31PM EST until February 21 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Blacksburg VA
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 12 below. * WHERE...Portions of northwest North Carolina, southwest and west central Virginia, and southeast West Virginia. * WHEN...Until 10 AM EST Friday. * IMPACTS...The cold wind chills as low as 12 below zero could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken. Wind chill values and very cold temperatures can lead to hypothermia with prolonged exposure.
Winter Storm Warning issued February 20 at 7:33PM EST until February 21 at 1:00AM EST by NWS Blacksburg VA
* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...In Virginia, Tazewell County. In West Virginia, Mercer, Summers, and Western Greenbrier Counties. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Friday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
Cold Weather Advisory issued February 19 at 2:10PM EST until February 21 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Blacksburg VA
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 9 below expected. * WHERE...Portions of northwest North Carolina, southwest Virginia, and southeast West Virginia. * WHEN...From 8 AM Thursday to 10 AM EST Friday. * IMPACTS...The cold wind chills as low as 10 below zero could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken. Wind chill values and very cold temperatures can lead to hypothermia with prolonged exposure.
Winter Storm Warning issued February 19 at 6:15PM EST until February 21 at 1:00AM EST by NWS Blacksburg VA
* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 1 and 3 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...In Virginia, Tazewell County. In West Virginia, Mercer, Summers, and Western Greenbrier Counties. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Friday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday morning and evening commutes.
Winter Storm Warning issued February 19 at 6:15PM EST until February 20 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Blacksburg VA
* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations up to one inch. * WHERE...Portions of north central North Carolina and central and south central Virginia. * WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday morning commute.
Winter Weather Advisory issued February 19 at 6:15PM EST until February 20 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Blacksburg VA
* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Portions of northwest North Carolina, southwest and west central Virginia, and southeast West Virginia. * WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday morning commute.
Winter Storm Warning issued February 18 at 2:30PM EST until February 21 at 1:00AM EST by NWS Blacksburg VA
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 6 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...In Virginia, Tazewell County. In West Virginia, Mercer, Summers, and Western Greenbrier Counties. * WHEN...From 1 AM Wednesday to 1 AM EST Friday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday morning and evening commutes.
Winter Weather Advisory issued February 18 at 2:30PM EST until February 20 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Blacksburg VA
* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 4 inches. * WHERE...Portions of north central and northwest North Carolina and south central, southwest, and west central Virginia. * WHEN...From 6 AM Wednesday to 1 PM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday morning and evening commutes.