Alert archive / Virginia / High Wind Warnings in 2018

High Wind Warning 3, NWS Blacksburg, VA

October 20, 2018Alleghany County, Ashe County, Watauga County, North Carolina; 7 counties in Virginia

NWS Blacksburg, VA issued this high wind warning at Oct 20, 2018, 3:31 AM EDT for Alleghany County, Ashe County, Watauga County, North Carolina; 7 counties in Virginia. It took effect at Oct 20, 2018, 6:00 PM EDT. It was in force for 18 hr. 8 reports came from inside the area while it was in force.

The area

The counties it named, with what was reported inside it.

The facts

Issued
Oct 20, 2018, 3:31 AM EDT (07:31 UTC)
In effect from
Oct 20, 2018, 6:00 PM EDT
Expired
Oct 21, 2018, 12:00 PM EDT
In force
18 hr
Issued by
NWS Blacksburg, VA

Counties Alleghany County, NC, Ashe County, NC, Watauga County, NC, Carroll County, VA, City of Galax, VA, City of Roanoke, VA, City of Salem, VA, Floyd County, VA, Grayson County, VA, Roanoke County, VA

The radar

The Roanoke radar (KFCX), 50 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 07:31 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

Open the radar archive at this moment

The archived warnings, watches and discussions in force at that minute are drawn over the scan, this one among them.

What was reported inside it

TimeReportWhereRemark
Oct 20, 7:30 PM EDTNON-TSTM WND DMGBoone, NC911 CENTER REPORTS NUMEROUS TREES DOWN ACROSS THE COUNTY AND SOME POWER OUTAGES. FIRST CALLS BEGAN AT 730PM AND HAVE CONTINUED ALL NIGHT AND ARE STILL COMING IN AS OF 930AM.
Oct 20, 10:45 PM EDTNON-TSTM WND DMGJefferson, NCOVER A DOZEN REPORTS OF TREES DOWN AND A FEW POWER LINES ACROSS THE COUNTY, WITH FIRST CALL COMING IN AT ABOUT 10:45PM, AND CONTINUING THROUGH AROUND 9AM THE MORNING OF OCT 21.
Oct 21, 12:00 AM EDTNON-TSTM WND DMGIndependence, VA911 CENTER REPORTS AT LEAST 5 TREES DOWN ACROSS THE COUNTY FROM MIDNIGHT TO 5 AM, BUT ALSO WIDESPREAD POWER OUTAGES ACROSS THE COUNTY SO LIKELY MANY MORE TREES AND POWER LINES DOWN.
Oct 21, 12:20 AM EDTNON-TSTM WND DMGSparta, NCSEVERAL REPORTS OF TREES DOWN ACROSS THE COUNTY WITH FIRST COMING IN AT 12:20 AM, AND CONTINUING PAST 9 AM.
Oct 21, 12:45 AM EDTNON-TSTM WND DMGRoanoke, VACOUNTY 911 CENTER REPORTS ABOUT A DOZEN CALLS OF TREES AND POWER LINES DOWN ACROSS THE COUNTY STARTING AT 12:45 AM AND LASTING THROUGH ABOUT 8 AM.
Oct 21, 1:00 AM EDTNON-TSTM WND DMGDugspur, VA911 CENTER HAD ONE REPORT OF A TREE DOWN IN DUGSPUR AT 1:00 AM.
Oct 21, 1:00 AM EDTNON-TSTM WND DMGFloyd, VA911 CENTER REPORTS SEVERAL TREES DOWN ACROSS THE COUNTY WITH FIRST REPORTS COMING IN ABOUT 1:00 AM AND STILL COMING IN AROUND 10 AM. SCATTERED POWER OUTAGES ACROSS THE COUNTY AS WELL.
Oct 21, 1:10 AM EDTNON-TSTM WND GST 633 Nnw Wagoner, NCAWOS STATION GEV, JEFFERSON.

Local storm reports filed while the alert was in force, from inside its polygon or its counties.

The nearest sounding before it

Greensboro/Hi Pt, NC (KGSO), launched 00:00Z, 7.5 hours before the alert went out and 110 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Greensboro/Hi Pt, NC at 00:00Z on 2018-10-20Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 0 joules per kilogram.LCL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km15 km-30°-20°-10°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Greensboro/Hi Pt, NC at 00:00Z on 2018-10-20The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 140 square meters per square second.1939587897Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
The wind turning with height, colored by layer: ground to 1 km, 1 to 3 km, 3 to 6 km, 6 to 10 km.
Mixed-layer CAPE
0 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
No buoyant parcel
Mixed-layer LCL
1669 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
42 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
140 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
195 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

858 
WWUS71 KRNK 200731
NPWRNK

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Blacksburg VA
331 AM EDT Sat Oct 20 2018

...Freezing Conditions Expected Late Tonight and Early Sunday 
Morning...
...Strong Northwest Winds Across the Mountains Overnight...

.Strong northwest winds will bring colder air into the region 
tonight into Sunday. Many locations with in the Northern 
Mountains of North Carolina and the Mountain Empire region of 
southwest Virginia may experience low temperatures ranging from 28
to 32 degrees. In addition, wind gusts to 50 or 60 mph may
occur along and behind the passing front this evening into early
Sunday.

NCZ001-018-VAZ015-201545-
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/O.NEW.KRNK.FZ.W.0004.181021T0400Z-181021T1400Z/
/O.NEW.KRNK.HW.W.0003.181020T2200Z-181021T1600Z/
Ashe-Watauga-Grayson-
Including the cities of West Jefferson, Boone, Independence, 
Whitetop, Troutdale, and Volney
331 AM EDT Sat Oct 20 2018

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO NOON EDT
SUNDAY...
...FREEZE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 10 AM EDT
SUNDAY...

The National Weather Service in Blacksburg has issued a High Wind
Warning, which is in effect from 6 PM this evening to noon EDT
Sunday. A Freeze Warning has also been issued. This Freeze
Warning is in effect from midnight tonight to 10 AM EDT Sunday.
The Freeze Watch is no longer in effect.

* Temperatures...As low as 28 degrees.

* Winds...Northwest winds gusting to 60 mph.

* Timing...Temperatures midnight tonight through late Sunday 
  morning. Strongest winds this evening into the overnight.

* Impacts...May kill sensitive outdoor plants if left uncovered or
  out of doors. Winds may be strong enough to topple trees and
  powerlines. Minor structural damage also possible.

* Locations...The North Carolina High Country into Grayson County  
  Virginia.

* Hazards...Widespread sub-freezing temperatures along with
  possible damaging winds.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected
or occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 mph or gusts
of 58 mph are likely to cause power outages...fallen trees...
property damage...and dangerous driving conditions for high
profile vehicles. Move unfastened items...such as garbage cans
and deck furniture...indoors.

A Freeze Warning means sub-freezing temperatures are imminent or
highly likely. These conditions will kill crops and other
sensitive vegetation.

&&

$$

VAZ007-009-010-201545-
/O.UPG.KRNK.FZ.A.0003.181021T0400Z-181021T1400Z/
/O.NEW.KRNK.FZ.W.0004.181021T0400Z-181021T1400Z/
/O.NEW.KRNK.WI.Y.0016.181020T2200Z-181021T1600Z/
Tazewell-Smyth-Bland-
Including the cities of Tazewell, Marion, and Bland
331 AM EDT Sat Oct 20 2018

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO NOON EDT
SUNDAY...
...FREEZE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 10 AM EDT
SUNDAY...

The National Weather Service in Blacksburg has issued a Freeze
Warning, which is in effect from midnight tonight to 10 AM EDT
Sunday. A Wind Advisory has also been issued. This Wind Advisory
is in effect from 6 PM this evening to noon EDT Sunday. The
Freeze Watch is no longer in effect.

* Temperatures...As low as 30 degrees.

* Winds...Northwest winds gusting to 50 mph.

* Timing...Temperatures midnight tonight through late Sunday 
  morning. Strongest winds this evening into the overnight.

* Impacts...May kill sensitive outdoor plants if left uncovered or
  out of doors. Winds may topple trees and powerlines.

* Locations...Mountain Empire Region. 

* Hazards...Widespread sub-freezing temperatures along with strong
  wind gusts.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Freeze Warning means sub-freezing temperatures are imminent or
highly likely. These conditions will kill crops and other
sensitive vegetation.

A Wind Advisory is issued when sustained winds are forecast to be
31 to 39 MPH or gusts will range between 46 and 57 MPH. Winds of
these magnitudes may cause minor property damage without extra
precautions. Motorists in high profile vehicles should use extra
caution until the winds subside.

&&

$$

NCZ002-201545-
/O.NEW.KRNK.HW.W.0003.181020T2200Z-181021T1600Z/
/O.NEW.KRNK.FZ.W.0004.181021T0400Z-181021T1400Z/
Alleghany NC-
Including the city of Sparta
331 AM EDT Sat Oct 20 2018

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO NOON EDT
SUNDAY...
...FREEZE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 10 AM EDT
SUNDAY...

The National Weather Service in Blacksburg has issued a High Wind
Warning, which is in effect from 6 PM this evening to noon EDT
Sunday. A Freeze Warning has also been issued. This Freeze
Warning is in effect from midnight tonight to 10 AM EDT Sunday.

* Temperatures...As low as 30 degrees.

* Winds...Northwest winds gusting to 60 mph.

* Timing...Temperatures midnight tonight through late Sunday 
  morning. Strongest winds this evening into the overnight.

* Impacts...May kill sensitive outdoor plants if left uncovered or
  out of doors. Winds may be strong enough to topple trees and
  powerlines. Minor structural damage also possible.

* Locations...Alleghany County North Carolina.

* Hazards...Widespread sub-freezing temperatures along with
  possible damaging winds.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected
or occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 mph or gusts
of 58 mph are likely to cause power outages...fallen trees...
property damage...and dangerous driving conditions for high
profile vehicles. Move unfastened items...such as garbage cans
and deck furniture...indoors.

A Freeze Warning means sub-freezing temperatures are imminent or
highly likely. These conditions will kill crops and other
sensitive vegetation.

&&

$$

VAZ012-201545-
/O.NEW.KRNK.FZ.W.0004.181021T0400Z-181021T1400Z/
/O.NEW.KRNK.WI.Y.0016.181020T2200Z-181021T1600Z/
Wythe-
Including the city of Wytheville
331 AM EDT Sat Oct 20 2018

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO NOON EDT
SUNDAY...
...FREEZE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 10 AM EDT
SUNDAY...

The National Weather Service in Blacksburg has issued a Freeze
Warning, which is in effect from midnight tonight to 10 AM EDT
Sunday. A Wind Advisory has also been issued. This Wind Advisory
is in effect from 6 PM this evening to noon EDT Sunday.


* Temperatures...As low as 30 degrees.

* Winds...Northwest winds gusting to 50 mph.

* Timing...Temperatures midnight tonight through late Sunday 
  morning. Strongest winds this evening into the overnight.

* Impacts...May kill sensitive outdoor plants if left uncovered or
  out of doors. Winds may topple trees and powerlines.

* Locations...Wythe County Virginia.

* Hazards...Widespread sub-freezing temperatures along with strong
  wind gusts.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Freeze Warning means sub-freezing temperatures are imminent or
highly likely. These conditions will kill crops and other
sensitive vegetation.

A Wind Advisory is issued when sustained winds are forecast to be
31 to 39 MPH or gusts will range between 46 and 57 MPH. Winds of
these magnitudes may cause minor property damage without extra
precautions. Motorists in high profile vehicles should use extra
caution until the winds subside.

&&

$$

VAZ011-013-014-016>020-022>024-201545-
/O.NEW.KRNK.WI.Y.0016.181020T2200Z-181021T1600Z/
Giles-Pulaski-Montgomery-Carroll-Floyd-Craig-Alleghany VA-Bath-
Roanoke-Botetourt-Rockbridge-
Including the cities of Pearisburg, Radford, Pulaski, Blacksburg,
Galax, Floyd, New Castle, Clifton Forge, Covington, Hot Springs, 
Roanoke, Salem, Fincastle, Lexington, and Buena Vista
331 AM EDT Sat Oct 20 2018

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO NOON EDT
SUNDAY...

The National Weather Service in Blacksburg has issued a Wind
Advisory, which is in effect from 6 PM this evening to noon EDT
Sunday.

* Winds...Northwest winds gusting to 50 mph.

* Timing...This evening into the overnight.

* Impacts...Winds may bring down trees and powerlines.

* Locations...Along the Blue Ridge.

* Hazards...Strong wind gusts.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory is issued when sustained winds are forecast to be
31 to 39 MPH or gusts will range between 46 and 57 MPH. Winds of
these magnitudes may cause minor property damage without extra
precautions. Motorists in high profile vehicles should use extra
caution until the winds subside.

&&

$$
7 follow-up statements
318 
WWUS71 KRNK 201540
NPWRNK

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Blacksburg VA
1140 AM EDT Sat Oct 20 2018

...Freezing Conditions Expected Late Tonight and Early Sunday
Morning...
...Strong Northwest Winds Across the Mountains Overnight...

.Strong northwest winds will bring colder air into the region
tonight into Sunday. Many locations with in the Northern
Mountains of North Carolina and the Mountain Empire region of
southwest Virginia will experience low temperatures ranging from 
28 to 32 degrees. In addition, wind gusts to 50 or 60 mph will 
occur along and behind the passing front this evening into early 
Sunday.

NCZ001-002-018-VAZ015-202345-
/O.CON.KRNK.HW.W.0003.181020T2200Z-181021T1600Z/
/O.CON.KRNK.FZ.W.0004.181021T0400Z-181021T1400Z/
Ashe-Alleghany NC-Watauga-Grayson-
Including the cities of West Jefferson, Sparta, Boone, 
Independence, Whitetop, Troutdale, and Volney
1140 AM EDT Sat Oct 20 2018

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO
NOON EDT SUNDAY...
...FREEZE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO
10 AM EDT SUNDAY...

* Temperatures...As low as 28 degrees.

* Winds...Northwest winds gusting to 60 mph.

* Timing...Temperatures midnight tonight through late Sunday 
  morning. Strongest winds this evening into the overnight.

* Impacts...May kill sensitive outdoor plants if left uncovered 
  or out of doors. Winds may be strong enough to topple trees 
  and powerlines. Minor structural damage also possible.

* Locations...The North Carolina High Country into Grayson 
  County Virginia.

* Hazards...Widespread sub-freezing temperatures along with 
  possible damaging winds.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected
or occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 mph or gusts
of 58 mph are likely to cause power outages...fallen trees...
property damage...and dangerous driving conditions for high
profile vehicles. Move unfastened items...such as garbage cans
and deck furniture...indoors.

A Freeze Warning means sub-freezing temperatures are imminent or
highly likely. These conditions will kill crops and other
sensitive vegetation.

&&

$$

VAZ007-009-010-012-202345-
/O.CON.KRNK.FZ.W.0004.181021T0400Z-181021T1400Z/
/O.CON.KRNK.WI.Y.0016.181020T2200Z-181021T1600Z/
Tazewell-Smyth-Bland-Wythe-
Including the cities of Tazewell, Marion, Bland, and Wytheville
1140 AM EDT Sat Oct 20 2018

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO NOON
EDT SUNDAY...
...FREEZE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO
10 AM EDT SUNDAY...

* Temperatures...As low as 30 degrees.

* Winds...Northwest winds gusting to 50 mph.

* Timing...Temperatures midnight tonight through late Sunday 
  morning. Strongest winds this evening into the overnight.

* Impacts...May kill sensitive outdoor plants if left uncovered 
  or out of doors. Winds may topple trees and powerlines.

* Locations...Mountain Empire Region.

* Hazards...Widespread sub-freezing temperatures along with 
  strong wind gusts.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Freeze Warning means sub-freezing temperatures are imminent or
highly likely. These conditions will kill crops and other
sensitive vegetation.

A Wind Advisory is issued when sustained winds are forecast to be
31 to 39 MPH or gusts will range between 46 and 57 MPH. Winds of
these magnitudes may cause minor property damage without extra
precautions. Motorists in high profile vehicles should use extra
caution until the winds subside.

&&

$$

VAZ011-013-014-016>020-022>024-202345-
/O.CON.KRNK.WI.Y.0016.181020T2200Z-181021T1600Z/
Giles-Pulaski-Montgomery-Carroll-Floyd-Craig-Alleghany VA-Bath-
Roanoke-Botetourt-Rockbridge-
Including the cities of Pearisburg, Radford, Pulaski, Blacksburg,
Galax, Floyd, New Castle, Clifton Forge, Covington, Hot Springs, 
Roanoke, Salem, Fincastle, Lexington, and Buena Vista
1140 AM EDT Sat Oct 20 2018

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO NOON
EDT SUNDAY...

* Winds...Northwest winds gusting to 50 mph.

* Timing...This evening into the overnight.

* Impacts...Winds may bring down trees and powerlines.

* Locations...Along the Blue Ridge.

* Hazards...Strong wind gusts.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory is issued when sustained winds are forecast to be
31 to 39 MPH or gusts will range between 46 and 57 MPH. Winds of
these magnitudes may cause minor property damage without extra
precautions. Motorists in high profile vehicles should use extra
caution until the winds subside.

&&

$$
887 
WWUS71 KRNK 201803
NPWRNK

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Blacksburg VA
203 PM EDT Sat Oct 20 2018

...Freezing Conditions Expected Late Tonight and Early Sunday
Morning... 
...Strong Northwest Winds Across the Mountains
Overnight...

.Strong northwest winds will bring colder air into the region
tonight into Sunday. Many locations with in the Northern
Mountains of North Carolina and the Mountain Empire region of
southwest Virginia will experience low temperatures ranging from
28 to 32 degrees. In addition, wind gusts to 50 or 60 mph will
occur along and behind the passing front this evening into early
Sunday.

VAZ016-017-022-210215-
/O.UPG.KRNK.WI.Y.0016.181020T2200Z-181021T1600Z/
/O.EXA.KRNK.HW.W.0003.181020T2200Z-181021T1600Z/
Carroll-Floyd-Roanoke-
Including the cities of Galax, Floyd, Roanoke, and Salem
203 PM EDT Sat Oct 20 2018

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO NOON EDT
SUNDAY...

The National Weather Service in Blacksburg has issued a High Wind
Warning, which is in effect from 6 PM this evening to noon EDT
Sunday. The Wind Advisory is no longer in effect.

* Winds...Northwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* Timing...This evening into the overnight.

* Impacts...Winds may bring down trees and powerlines.

* Locations...Along the Blue Ridge.

* Hazards...Strong wind gusts.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected
or occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 mph or gusts
of 58 mph are likely to cause power outages...fallen trees...
property damage...and dangerous driving conditions for high
profile vehicles. Move unfastened items...such as garbage cans
and deck furniture...indoors.

&&

$$

NCZ001-002-018-VAZ015-210215-
/O.CON.KRNK.HW.W.0003.181020T2200Z-181021T1600Z/
/O.CON.KRNK.FZ.W.0004.181021T0400Z-181021T1400Z/
Ashe-Alleghany NC-Watauga-Grayson-
Including the cities of West Jefferson, Sparta, Boone, 
Independence, Whitetop, Troutdale, and Volney
203 PM EDT Sat Oct 20 2018

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO
NOON EDT SUNDAY...
...FREEZE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO
10 AM EDT SUNDAY...

* Temperatures...As low as 30.

* Winds...Northwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* Timing...Temperatures midnight tonight through late Sunday 
  morning. Strongest winds this evening into the overnight.

* Impacts...May kill sensitive outdoor plants if left uncovered 
  or out of doors. Winds may be strong enough to topple trees 
  and powerlines. Minor structural damage also possible.

* Locations...The North Carolina High Country into Grayson 
  County Virginia.

* Hazards...Widespread sub-freezing temperatures along with 
  possible damaging winds.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected
or occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 mph or gusts
of 58 mph are likely to cause power outages...fallen trees...
property damage...and dangerous driving conditions for high
profile vehicles. Move unfastened items...such as garbage cans
and deck furniture...indoors.

A Freeze Warning means sub-freezing temperatures are imminent or
highly likely. These conditions will kill crops and other
sensitive vegetation.

&&

$$

VAZ007-009-010-012-210215-
/O.CON.KRNK.FZ.W.0004.181021T0400Z-181021T1400Z/
/O.CON.KRNK.WI.Y.0016.181020T2200Z-181021T1600Z/
Tazewell-Smyth-Bland-Wythe-
Including the cities of Tazewell, Marion, Bland, and Wytheville
203 PM EDT Sat Oct 20 2018

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO NOON
EDT SUNDAY...
...FREEZE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO
10 AM EDT SUNDAY...

* Temperatures...As low as 30.

* Winds...Northwest 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* Timing...Temperatures midnight tonight through late Sunday 
  morning. Strongest winds this evening into the overnight.

* Impacts...May kill sensitive outdoor plants if left uncovered 
  or out of doors. Winds may topple trees and powerlines.

* Locations...Mountain Empire Region.

* Hazards...Widespread sub-freezing temperatures along with 
  strong wind gusts.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Freeze Warning means sub-freezing temperatures are imminent or
highly likely. These conditions will kill crops and other
sensitive vegetation.

A Wind Advisory is issued when sustained winds are forecast to be
31 to 39 MPH or gusts will range between 46 and 57 MPH. Winds of
these magnitudes may cause minor property damage without extra
precautions. Motorists in high profile vehicles should use extra
caution until the winds subside.

&&

$$

VAZ011-013-014-018>020-023-024-210215-
/O.CON.KRNK.WI.Y.0016.181020T2200Z-181021T1600Z/
Giles-Pulaski-Montgomery-Craig-Alleghany VA-Bath-Botetourt-
Rockbridge-
Including the cities of Pearisburg, Radford, Pulaski, Blacksburg,
New Castle, Clifton Forge, Covington, Hot Springs, Fincastle, 
Lexington, and Buena Vista
203 PM EDT Sat Oct 20 2018

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO NOON
EDT SUNDAY...

* Winds...Northwest 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* Timing...This evening into the overnight.

* Impacts...Winds may bring down trees and powerlines.

* Locations...Along the Blue Ridge.

* Hazards...Strong wind gusts.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory is issued when sustained winds are forecast to be
31 to 39 MPH or gusts will range between 46 and 57 MPH. Winds of
these magnitudes may cause minor property damage without extra
precautions. Motorists in high profile vehicles should use extra
caution until the winds subside.

&&

$$
522 
WWUS71 KRNK 210117
NPWRNK

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Blacksburg VA
917 PM EDT Sat Oct 20 2018

...Freezing Conditions Expected Late Tonight and Early Sunday
Morning... 
...Strong Northwest Winds Across the Mountains Overnight...

.Strong northwest winds will bring colder air into the region
overnight and into Sunday morning. Many locations with in the 
Northern Mountains of North Carolina and the Mountain Empire 
region of southwest Virginia will experience low temperatures 
ranging from 28 to 32 degrees. In addition, wind gusts to 50 to 
60 mph will occur...especially across the higher elevations.


NCZ001-002-018-VAZ015-211000-
/O.CON.KRNK.HW.W.0003.000000T0000Z-181021T1600Z/
/O.CON.KRNK.FZ.W.0004.181021T0400Z-181021T1400Z/
Ashe-Alleghany NC-Watauga-Grayson-
Including the cities of West Jefferson, Sparta, Boone, 
Independence, Whitetop, Troutdale, and Volney
917 PM EDT Sat Oct 20 2018

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON EDT SUNDAY...
...FREEZE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EDT SUNDAY...

* Temperatures...As low as 30.

* Winds...Northwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* Timing...Temperatures midnight tonight through late Sunday
  morning. Strongest winds overnight.

* Impacts...May kill sensitive outdoor plants if left uncovered 
  or out of doors. Winds may be strong enough to topple trees 
  and powerlines. Minor structural damage also possible.

* Locations...The North Carolina High Country into Grayson 
  County Virginia.

* Hazards...Widespread sub-freezing temperatures along with 
  possible damaging winds.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected
or occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 mph or gusts
of 58 mph are likely to cause power outages...fallen trees...
property damage...and dangerous driving conditions for high
profile vehicles. Move unfastened items...such as garbage cans
and deck furniture...indoors.

A Freeze Warning means sub-freezing temperatures are imminent or
highly likely. These conditions will kill crops and other
sensitive vegetation.

&&

$$

VAZ007-009-010-012-211000-
/O.CON.KRNK.FZ.W.0004.181021T0400Z-181021T1400Z/
/O.CON.KRNK.WI.Y.0016.000000T0000Z-181021T1600Z/
Tazewell-Smyth-Bland-Wythe-
Including the cities of Tazewell, Marion, Bland, and Wytheville
917 PM EDT Sat Oct 20 2018

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON EDT SUNDAY...
...FREEZE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EDT SUNDAY...

* Temperatures...As low as 30.

* Winds...Northwest 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* Timing...Temperatures midnight tonight through late Sunday
  morning. Strongest winds overnight.

* Impacts...May kill sensitive outdoor plants if left uncovered 
  or out of doors. Winds may topple trees and powerlines.

* Locations...Mountain Empire Region.

* Hazards...Widespread sub-freezing temperatures along with 
  strong wind gusts.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Freeze Warning means sub-freezing temperatures are imminent or
highly likely. These conditions will kill crops and other
sensitive vegetation.

A Wind Advisory is issued when sustained winds are forecast to be
31 to 39 MPH or gusts will range between 46 and 57 MPH. Winds of
these magnitudes may cause minor property damage without extra
precautions. Motorists in high profile vehicles should use extra
caution until the winds subside.

&&

$$

VAZ016-017-022-211000-
/O.CON.KRNK.HW.W.0003.000000T0000Z-181021T1600Z/
Carroll-Floyd-Roanoke-
Including the cities of Galax, Floyd, Roanoke, and Salem
917 PM EDT Sat Oct 20 2018

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON EDT SUNDAY...

* Winds...Northwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* Timing...Overnight.

* Impacts...Winds may bring down trees and powerlines.

* Locations...Along the Blue Ridge.

* Hazards...Strong wind gusts.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected
or occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 mph or gusts
of 58 mph are likely to cause power outages...fallen trees...
property damage...and dangerous driving conditions for high
profile vehicles. Move unfastened items...such as garbage cans
and deck furniture...indoors.

&&

$$

VAZ011-013-014-018>020-023-024-211000-
/O.CON.KRNK.WI.Y.0016.000000T0000Z-181021T1600Z/
Giles-Pulaski-Montgomery-Craig-Alleghany VA-Bath-Botetourt-
Rockbridge-
Including the cities of Pearisburg, Radford, Pulaski, Blacksburg,
New Castle, Clifton Forge, Covington, Hot Springs, Fincastle, 
Lexington, and Buena Vista
917 PM EDT Sat Oct 20 2018

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON EDT SUNDAY...

* Winds...Northwest 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* Timing...Overnight.

* Impacts...Winds may bring down trees and powerlines.

* Locations...Along the Blue Ridge.

* Hazards...Strong wind gusts.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory is issued when sustained winds are forecast to be
31 to 39 MPH or gusts will range between 46 and 57 MPH. Winds of
these magnitudes may cause minor property damage without extra
precautions. Motorists in high profile vehicles should use extra
caution until the winds subside.

&&

$$
623 
WWUS71 KRNK 210208
NPWRNK

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Blacksburg VA
1008 PM EDT Sat Oct 20 2018

...Freezing Conditions Expected Late Tonight and Early Sunday
Morning...
...Strong Northwest Winds Across the Mountains Overnight...

.Strong northwest winds will bring colder air into the region
overnight and into Sunday morning. Many locations with in the
Northern Mountains of North Carolina and the Mountain Empire
region of southwest Virginia will experience low temperatures
ranging from 28 to 32 degrees. In addition, wind gusts to 50 to
60 mph will occur...especially across the higher elevations.

NCZ001-002-018-VAZ015-211015-
/O.CON.KRNK.HW.W.0003.000000T0000Z-181021T1600Z/
/O.CON.KRNK.FZ.W.0004.181021T0400Z-181021T1400Z/
Ashe-Alleghany NC-Watauga-Grayson-
Including the cities of West Jefferson, Sparta, Boone, 
Independence, Whitetop, Troutdale, and Volney
1008 PM EDT Sat Oct 20 2018

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON EDT SUNDAY...
...FREEZE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EDT SUNDAY...

* Temperatures...As low as 30.

* Winds...Northwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* Timing...Temperatures midnight tonight through late Sunday 
  morning. Strongest winds overnight.

* Impacts...May kill sensitive outdoor plants if left uncovered 
  or out of doors. Winds may be strong enough to topple trees 
  and powerlines. Minor structural damage also possible.

* Locations...The North Carolina High Country into Grayson 
  County Virginia.

* Hazards...Widespread sub-freezing temperatures along with 
  possible damaging winds.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected
or occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 mph or gusts
of 58 mph are likely to cause power outages...fallen trees...
property damage...and dangerous driving conditions for high
profile vehicles. Move unfastened items...such as garbage cans
and deck furniture...indoors.

A Freeze Warning means sub-freezing temperatures are imminent or
highly likely. These conditions will kill crops and other
sensitive vegetation.

&&

$$

VAZ007-009-010-012-211015-
/O.CON.KRNK.FZ.W.0004.181021T0400Z-181021T1400Z/
/O.CON.KRNK.WI.Y.0016.000000T0000Z-181021T1600Z/
Tazewell-Smyth-Bland-Wythe-
Including the cities of Tazewell, Marion, Bland, and Wytheville
1008 PM EDT Sat Oct 20 2018

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON EDT SUNDAY...
...FREEZE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EDT SUNDAY...

* Temperatures...As low as 30.

* Winds...Northwest 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* Timing...Temperatures midnight tonight through late Sunday 
  morning. Strongest winds overnight.

* Impacts...May kill sensitive outdoor plants if left uncovered 
  or out of doors. Winds may topple trees and powerlines.

* Locations...Mountain Empire Region.

* Hazards...Widespread sub-freezing temperatures along with 
  strong wind gusts.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Freeze Warning means sub-freezing temperatures are imminent or
highly likely. These conditions will kill crops and other
sensitive vegetation.

A Wind Advisory is issued when sustained winds are forecast to be
31 to 39 MPH or gusts will range between 46 and 57 MPH. Winds of
these magnitudes may cause minor property damage without extra
precautions. Motorists in high profile vehicles should use extra
caution until the winds subside.

&&

$$

VAZ016-017-022-211015-
/O.CON.KRNK.HW.W.0003.000000T0000Z-181021T1600Z/
Carroll-Floyd-Roanoke-
Including the cities of Galax, Floyd, Roanoke, and Salem
1008 PM EDT Sat Oct 20 2018

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON EDT SUNDAY...

* Winds...Northwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* Timing...Overnight.

* Impacts...Winds may bring down trees and powerlines.

* Locations...Along the Blue Ridge.

* Hazards...Strong wind gusts.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected
or occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 mph or gusts
of 58 mph are likely to cause power outages...fallen trees...
property damage...and dangerous driving conditions for high
profile vehicles. Move unfastened items...such as garbage cans
and deck furniture...indoors.

&&

$$

WVZ042>044-507-508-211015-
/O.EXA.KRNK.WI.Y.0016.000000T0000Z-181021T1600Z/
Mercer-Summers-Monroe-Eastern Greenbrier-Western Greenbrier-
Including the cities of Bluefield, Flat Top, Hinton, Hix, Union, 
Lewisburg, White Sulphur Springs, Alderson, Quinwood, Duo, 
and Rainelle
1008 PM EDT Sat Oct 20 2018

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON EDT SUNDAY...

The National Weather Service in Blacksburg has issued a Wind
Advisory, which is in effect until noon EDT Sunday.

* Winds...Northwest 15 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* Timing...Strongest winds overnight.

* Impacts...Winds may topple trees and powerlines.

* Locations...Greenbrier Valley.

* Hazards...Strong wind gusts.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory is issued when sustained winds are forecast to be
31 to 39 MPH or gusts will range between 46 and 57 MPH. Winds of
these magnitudes may cause minor property damage without extra
precautions. Motorists in high profile vehicles should use extra
caution until the winds subside.

&&

$$

NCZ003-019-VAZ032>035-211015-
/O.EXA.KRNK.WI.Y.0016.000000T0000Z-181021T1600Z/
Surry-Wilkes-Patrick-Franklin-Bedford-Amherst-
Including the cities of Dobson, Wilkesboro, Stuart, Rocky Mount, 
Bedford, and Amherst
1008 PM EDT Sat Oct 20 2018

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON EDT SUNDAY...

The National Weather Service in Blacksburg has issued a Wind
Advisory, which is in effect until noon EDT Sunday.

* Winds...Northwest 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* Timing...Strongest winds developing after midnight.

* Impacts...Winds may topple trees and powerlines.

* Locations...Blue Ridge Foothills.

* Hazards...Strong wind gusts.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory is issued when sustained winds are forecast to be
31 to 39 MPH or gusts will range between 46 and 57 MPH. Winds of
these magnitudes may cause minor property damage without extra
precautions. Motorists in high profile vehicles should use extra
caution until the winds subside.

&&

$$

VAZ011-013-014-018>020-023-024-211015-
/O.CON.KRNK.WI.Y.0016.000000T0000Z-181021T1600Z/
Giles-Pulaski-Montgomery-Craig-Alleghany VA-Bath-Botetourt-
Rockbridge-
Including the cities of Pearisburg, Radford, Pulaski, Blacksburg,
New Castle, Clifton Forge, Covington, Hot Springs, Fincastle, 
Lexington, and Buena Vista
1008 PM EDT Sat Oct 20 2018

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON EDT SUNDAY...

* Winds...Northwest 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* Timing...Overnight.

* Impacts...Winds may bring down trees and powerlines.

* Locations...Along the Blue Ridge.

* Hazards...Strong wind gusts.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory is issued when sustained winds are forecast to be
31 to 39 MPH or gusts will range between 46 and 57 MPH. Winds of
these magnitudes may cause minor property damage without extra
precautions. Motorists in high profile vehicles should use extra
caution until the winds subside.

&&

$$

11
333 
WWUS71 KRNK 210802
NPWRNK

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Blacksburg VA
Issued by National Weather Service Raleigh NC
402 AM EDT Sun Oct 21 2018

...Freezing Conditions Expected Early This Morning and Again 
Tonight and Early Monday Morning... 
...Strong Northwest Winds Across the Mountains Through This 
Morning...

.Strong northwest winds will bring colder air into the region
this morning. Many locations in the Northern Mountains of North 
Carolina and the Mountain Empire region of southwest Virginia will
experience low temperatures ranging from 28 to 32 degrees. In 
addition, wind gusts up to 50 to 60 mph will occur...especially 
across the higher elevations.

VAZ016-017-022-211615-
/O.NEW.KRNK.FZ.W.0005.181022T0400Z-181022T1400Z/
/O.CON.KRNK.HW.W.0003.000000T0000Z-181021T1600Z/
Carroll-Floyd-Roanoke-
Including the cities of Galax, Floyd, Roanoke, and Salem
402 AM EDT Sun Oct 21 2018

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON EDT TODAY...
...FREEZE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 10 AM EDT
MONDAY...

The National Weather Service in Blacksburg has issued a Freeze
Warning, which is in effect from midnight tonight to 10 AM EDT
Monday.

* Temperatures...As low as the lower 30s on Monday morning. 

* Winds...Northwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph this
  morning. 

* Timing...Strongest winds will occur before daybreak with the
  coldest temperatures around sunrise Monday. 

* Impacts...Winds may bring down trees and powerlines. Cold
  temperatures will damage vegetation. 

* Locations...Along the Blue Ridge.

* Hazards...Strong wind gusts and cold temperatures.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected
or occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 mph or gusts
of 58 mph are likely to cause power outages...fallen trees...
property damage...and dangerous driving conditions for high
profile vehicles. Move unfastened items...such as garbage cans
and deck furniture...indoors.

A Freeze Warning means sub-freezing temperatures are imminent or
highly likely. These conditions will kill crops and other
sensitive vegetation.

&&

$$

VAZ011-013-014-018-019-023-024-211615-
/O.NEW.KRNK.FZ.W.0005.181022T0400Z-181022T1400Z/
/O.CON.KRNK.WI.Y.0016.000000T0000Z-181021T1600Z/
Giles-Pulaski-Montgomery-Craig-Alleghany VA-Botetourt-Rockbridge-
Including the cities of Pearisburg, Radford, Pulaski, Blacksburg,
New Castle, Clifton Forge, Covington, Fincastle, Lexington, 
and Buena Vista
402 AM EDT Sun Oct 21 2018

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON EDT TODAY...
...FREEZE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 10 AM EDT
MONDAY...

The National Weather Service in Blacksburg has issued a Freeze
Warning, which is in effect from midnight tonight to 10 AM EDT
Monday.

* Temperatures...As low as the lower 30s on Monday morning. 

* Winds...Northwest 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 40 mph this
  morning.

* Timing...Strongest winds will occur before daybreak with the
  coldest temperatures around sunrise Monday. 

* Impacts...Winds may bring down trees and powerlines. Cold
  temperatures will damage vegetation. 

* Locations...Along the Blue Ridge.

* Hazards...Strong wind gusts and cold temperatures. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Freeze Warning means sub-freezing temperatures are imminent or
highly likely. These conditions will kill crops and other
sensitive vegetation.

A Wind Advisory is issued when sustained winds are forecast to be
31 to 39 MPH or gusts will range between 46 and 57 MPH. Winds of
these magnitudes may cause minor property damage without extra
precautions. Motorists in high profile vehicles should use extra
caution until the winds subside.

&&

$$

NCZ003-019-VAZ032>035-211615-
/O.NEW.KRNK.FZ.W.0005.181022T0400Z-181022T1400Z/
/O.CON.KRNK.WI.Y.0016.000000T0000Z-181021T1600Z/
Surry-Wilkes-Patrick-Franklin-Bedford-Amherst-
Including the cities of Dobson, Wilkesboro, Stuart, Rocky Mount, 
Bedford, and Amherst
402 AM EDT Sun Oct 21 2018

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON EDT TODAY...
...FREEZE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 10 AM EDT
MONDAY...

The National Weather Service in Blacksburg has issued a Freeze
Warning, which is in effect from midnight tonight to 10 AM EDT
Monday.

* Temperatures...As low as the lower 30s on Monday morning. 

* Winds...Northwest 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.

* Timing...Strongest winds will occur before daybreak with the
  coldest temperatures around sunrise Monday. 

* Impacts...Winds may topple trees and powerlines. Cold
  temperatures will damage vegetation. 

* Locations...Blue Ridge Foothills.

* Hazards...Strong wind gusts and cold temperatures.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Freeze Warning means sub-freezing temperatures are imminent or
highly likely. These conditions will kill crops and other
sensitive vegetation.

A Wind Advisory is issued when sustained winds are forecast to be
31 to 39 MPH or gusts will range between 46 and 57 MPH. Winds of
these magnitudes may cause minor property damage without extra
precautions. Motorists in high profile vehicles should use extra
caution until the winds subside.

&&

$$

NCZ004>006-020-VAZ043>047-058-059-211615-
/O.NEW.KRNK.FZ.W.0005.181022T0400Z-181022T1400Z/
Stokes-Rockingham-Caswell-Yadkin-Henry-Pittsylvania-Campbell-
Appomattox-Buckingham-Halifax-Charlotte-
Including the cities of Danbury, Eden, Yanceyville, Yadkinville, 
Martinsville, Danville, Lynchburg, Appomattox, South Boston, 
and Keysville
402 AM EDT Sun Oct 21 2018

...FREEZE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 10 AM EDT
MONDAY...

The National Weather Service in Blacksburg has issued a Freeze
Warning, which is in effect from midnight tonight to 10 AM EDT
Monday.

* Temperatures...As low as the lower 30s. 

* Timing...Coldest temperatures will occur around sunrise Monday.
  

* Impacts... Cold temperatures will damage vegetation. 

* Locations...Foothills.

* Hazards...Cold temperatures. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Freeze Warning means sub-freezing temperatures are imminent or
highly likely. These conditions will kill crops and other
sensitive vegetation.

&&

$$

NCZ001-002-018-VAZ015-211600-
/O.CON.KRNK.FZ.W.0004.000000T0000Z-181021T1400Z/
/O.CON.KRNK.HW.W.0003.000000T0000Z-181021T1600Z/
Ashe-Alleghany NC-Watauga-Grayson-
Including the cities of West Jefferson, Sparta, Boone, 
Independence, Whitetop, Troutdale, and Volney
402 AM EDT Sun Oct 21 2018

...FREEZE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EDT THIS
MORNING...
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON EDT TODAY...

* Temperatures...As low as 30 this morning.

* Winds...Northwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph this
  morning. 

* Timing...Strongest winds will occur before daybreak with the
  coldest temperatures around sunrise this morning. 

* Impacts... Winds may be strong enough to topple trees and 
  powerlines. Minor structural damage also possible. Cold
  temperatures will damage vegetation. 

* Locations...The North Carolina High Country into Grayson 
  County Virginia.

* Hazards...Widespread sub-freezing temperatures along with 
  possible damaging winds.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected
or occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 mph or gusts
of 58 mph are likely to cause power outages...fallen trees...
property damage...and dangerous driving conditions for high
profile vehicles. Move unfastened items...such as garbage cans
and deck furniture...indoors.

A Freeze Warning means sub-freezing temperatures are imminent or
highly likely. These conditions will kill crops and other
sensitive vegetation.

&&

$$

VAZ007-009-010-012-211600-
/O.CON.KRNK.FZ.W.0004.000000T0000Z-181021T1400Z/
/O.CON.KRNK.WI.Y.0016.000000T0000Z-181021T1600Z/
Tazewell-Smyth-Bland-Wythe-
Including the cities of Tazewell, Marion, Bland, and Wytheville
402 AM EDT Sun Oct 21 2018

...FREEZE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EDT THIS
MORNING...
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON EDT TODAY...

* Temperatures...As low as 30 this morning.

* Winds...Northwest 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 40 mph this
  morning.

* Timing...Strongest winds will occur before daybreak with the
  coldest temperatures around sunrise this morning. 

* Impacts...May kill sensitive outdoor plants if left uncovered 
  or out of doors. Winds may topple trees and powerlines.

* Locations...Mountain Empire Region.

* Hazards...Widespread sub-freezing temperatures along with 
  strong wind gusts.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Freeze Warning means sub-freezing temperatures are imminent or
highly likely. These conditions will kill crops and other
sensitive vegetation.

A Wind Advisory is issued when sustained winds are forecast to be
31 to 39 MPH or gusts will range between 46 and 57 MPH. Winds of
these magnitudes may cause minor property damage without extra
precautions. Motorists in high profile vehicles should use extra
caution until the winds subside.

&&

$$

VAZ020-211600-
/O.CON.KRNK.WI.Y.0016.000000T0000Z-181021T1600Z/
Bath-
Including the city of Hot Springs
402 AM EDT Sun Oct 21 2018

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON EDT TODAY...

* Winds...Northwest 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 40 mph this 
morning.

* Timing...Strongest winds will occur before daybreak.

* Impacts...Winds may bring down trees and powerlines.

* Locations...Along the Blue Ridge.

* Hazards...Strong wind gusts.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory is issued when sustained winds are forecast to be
31 to 39 MPH or gusts will range between 46 and 57 MPH. Winds of
these magnitudes may cause minor property damage without extra
precautions. Motorists in high profile vehicles should use extra
caution until the winds subside.

&&

$$

WVZ042>044-507-508-211600-
/O.CON.KRNK.WI.Y.0016.000000T0000Z-181021T1600Z/
Mercer-Summers-Monroe-Eastern Greenbrier-Western Greenbrier-
Including the cities of Bluefield, Flat Top, Hinton, Hix, Union, 
Lewisburg, White Sulphur Springs, Alderson, Quinwood, Duo, 
and Rainelle
402 AM EDT Sun Oct 21 2018

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON EDT TODAY...

* Winds...Northwest 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 40 mph this
  morning.

* Timing... Strongest winds will occur before daybreak.

* Impacts...Winds may topple trees and powerlines.

* Locations...Greenbrier Valley.

* Hazards...Strong wind gusts.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory is issued when sustained winds are forecast to be
31 to 39 MPH or gusts will range between 46 and 57 MPH. Winds of
these magnitudes may cause minor property damage without extra
precautions. Motorists in high profile vehicles should use extra
caution until the winds subside.

&&

$$
745 
WWUS71 KRNK 211404
NPWRNK

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Blacksburg VA
1004 AM EDT Sun Oct 21 2018

...Strong Northwest Winds Will Diminish By Noon...
...Freezing Temperatures and Frost Expected Tonight...

.Strong northwest winds will diminish by noon as the core of the
low level jet moves east. High pressure moving overhead tonight
will allow for temperatures to plummet to at or below freezing.

NCZ001-002-018-VAZ015-212215-
/O.EXP.KRNK.FZ.W.0004.000000T0000Z-181021T1400Z/
/O.EXA.KRNK.FZ.W.0005.181022T0400Z-181022T1400Z/
/O.CON.KRNK.HW.W.0003.000000T0000Z-181021T1600Z/
Ashe-Alleghany NC-Watauga-Grayson-
Including the cities of West Jefferson, Sparta, Boone, 
Independence, Whitetop, Troutdale, and Volney
1004 AM EDT Sun Oct 21 2018

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON EDT TODAY...
...FREEZE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 10 AM EDT
MONDAY...
...FREEZE WARNING EXPIRED AT 10 AM EDT THIS MORNING...

The National Weather Service in Blacksburg has issued a Freeze
Warning, which is in effect from midnight tonight to 10 AM EDT
Monday.

* Temperatures...Upper 20s to lower 30s tonight.

* Winds...Northwest 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.

* Timing...Strongest winds will diminish by noon.

* Impacts...Winds may topple trees and powerlines. Cold 
  temperatures will damage vegetation.

* Locations...North Carolina High Country into Grayson County,
  Virginia.

* Hazards...Strong wind gusts and freezing temperatures.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Wet soil and gusty winds will lead to a few more downed trees this
morning. Be alert if traveling and outdoors for falling trees and
downed power lines.

A Freeze Warning means sub-freezing temperatures are imminent or
highly likely. These conditions will kill crops and other
sensitive vegetation.

&&

$$

VAZ007-009-010-012-212215-
/O.EXP.KRNK.FZ.W.0004.000000T0000Z-181021T1400Z/
/O.EXA.KRNK.FZ.W.0005.181022T0400Z-181022T1400Z/
/O.CON.KRNK.WI.Y.0016.000000T0000Z-181021T1600Z/
Tazewell-Smyth-Bland-Wythe-
Including the cities of Tazewell, Marion, Bland, and Wytheville
1004 AM EDT Sun Oct 21 2018

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON EDT TODAY...
...FREEZE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 10 AM EDT
MONDAY...
...FREEZE WARNING EXPIRED AT 10 AM EDT THIS MORNING...

The National Weather Service in Blacksburg has issued a Freeze
Warning, which is in effect from midnight tonight to 10 AM EDT
Monday.

* Temperatures...Around 30 tonight.

* Winds...Northwest 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 40 mph this 
  morning.

* Timing...Strongest winds will diminish by noon.

* Impacts...May kill sensitive outdoor plants if left uncovered 
  or out of doors. Winds may topple trees and powerlines.

* Locations...Mountain Empire Region.

* Hazards...Widespread sub-freezing temperatures along with 
  strong wind gusts.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Freeze Warning means sub-freezing temperatures are imminent or
highly likely. These conditions will kill crops and other
sensitive vegetation.

Strong wind gusts and wet soils may still allow for some weaker
trees to fall this morning. Use caution if traveling or outdoors.

&&

$$

VAZ016-017-022-212215-
/O.CON.KRNK.HW.W.0003.000000T0000Z-181021T1600Z/
/O.CON.KRNK.FZ.W.0005.181022T0400Z-181022T1400Z/
Carroll-Floyd-Roanoke-
Including the cities of Galax, Floyd, Roanoke, and Salem
1004 AM EDT Sun Oct 21 2018

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON EDT TODAY...
...FREEZE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO
10 AM EDT MONDAY...

* Temperatures...lower 30s tonight.

* Winds...Northwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph this 
  morning.

* Timing...Strongest winds will diminish by noon.

* Impacts...Winds may bring down trees and powerlines. Cold 
  temperatures will damage vegetation.

* Locations...Along the Blue Ridge into the Roanoke Valley.

* Hazards...Strong wind gusts and cold temperatures.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Strong wind gusts could cause smaller trees to fall resulting in
power outages. Be alert if traveling or outdoors.

A Freeze Warning means sub-freezing temperatures are imminent or
highly likely. These conditions will kill crops and other
sensitive vegetation.

&&

$$

VAZ011-013-014-018-019-023-024-212215-
/O.CON.KRNK.FZ.W.0005.181022T0400Z-181022T1400Z/
/O.CON.KRNK.WI.Y.0016.000000T0000Z-181021T1600Z/
Giles-Pulaski-Montgomery-Craig-Alleghany VA-Botetourt-Rockbridge-
Including the cities of Pearisburg, Radford, Pulaski, Blacksburg,
New Castle, Clifton Forge, Covington, Fincastle, Lexington, 
and Buena Vista
1004 AM EDT Sun Oct 21 2018

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON EDT TODAY...
...FREEZE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO
10 AM EDT MONDAY...

* Temperatures...Upper 20s to lower 30s tonight.

* Winds...Northwest 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 40 mph this 
  morning.

* Timing...Strongest winds will diminish by noon.

* Impacts...Winds may bring down trees and powerlines. Cold 
  temperatures will damage vegetation.

* Locations...New River and Southern Shenandoah Valley into the
  Alleghanys.

* Hazards...Strong wind gusts and cold temperatures.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Freeze Warning means sub-freezing temperatures are imminent or
highly likely. These conditions will kill crops and other
sensitive vegetation.

Strong wind gusts could cause smaller trees to fall resulting in
power outages. Be alert if traveling or outdoors.

&&

$$

NCZ003-019-VAZ032>035-212215-
/O.CON.KRNK.FZ.W.0005.181022T0400Z-181022T1400Z/
/O.CON.KRNK.WI.Y.0016.000000T0000Z-181021T1600Z/
Surry-Wilkes-Patrick-Franklin-Bedford-Amherst-
Including the cities of Dobson, Wilkesboro, Stuart, Rocky Mount, 
Bedford, and Amherst
1004 AM EDT Sun Oct 21 2018

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON EDT TODAY...
...FREEZE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO
10 AM EDT MONDAY...

* Temperatures...As low as the lower 30s on Monday morning.

* Winds...Northwest 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.

* Timing...Strongest winds will diminish by noon.

* Impacts...Winds may topple trees and powerlines. Cold 
  temperatures will damage vegetation.

* Locations...Blue Ridge Foothills.

* Hazards...Strong wind gusts and cold temperatures.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Freeze Warning means sub-freezing temperatures are imminent or
highly likely. These conditions will kill crops and other
sensitive vegetation.

Strong wind gusts could cause smaller trees to fall resulting in
power outages. Be alert if traveling or outdoors.

&&

$$

NCZ004>006-020-VAZ043>047-058-059-212215-
/O.CON.KRNK.FZ.W.0005.181022T0400Z-181022T1400Z/
Stokes-Rockingham-Caswell-Yadkin-Henry-Pittsylvania-Campbell-
Appomattox-Buckingham-Halifax-Charlotte-
Including the cities of Danbury, Eden, Yanceyville, Yadkinville, 
Martinsville, Danville, Lynchburg, Appomattox, South Boston, 
and Keysville
1004 AM EDT Sun Oct 21 2018

...FREEZE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO
10 AM EDT MONDAY...

* Temperatures...As low as the lower 30s.

* Timing...Coldest temperatures will occur around sunrise Monday.

* Impacts... Cold temperatures will damage vegetation.

* Locations...Foothills and Piedmont.

* Hazards...Cold temperatures.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Freeze Warning means sub-freezing temperatures are imminent or
highly likely. These conditions will kill crops and other
sensitive vegetation.

&&

$$

VAZ020-211600-
/O.CON.KRNK.WI.Y.0016.000000T0000Z-181021T1600Z/
Bath-
Including the city of Hot Springs
1004 AM EDT Sun Oct 21 2018

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON EDT TODAY...

* Winds...Northwest 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 40 mph this 
  morning.

* Timing...Strongest winds will diminish by noon.

* Impacts...Winds may bring down trees and powerlines.

* Locations...Along the Blue Ridge.

* Hazards...Strong wind gusts.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Strong wind gusts could cause smaller trees to fall resulting in
power outages. Be alert if traveling or outdoors.

&&

$$

WVZ042>044-507-508-211600-
/O.CON.KRNK.WI.Y.0016.000000T0000Z-181021T1600Z/
Mercer-Summers-Monroe-Eastern Greenbrier-Western Greenbrier-
Including the cities of Bluefield, Flat Top, Hinton, Hix, Union, 
Lewisburg, White Sulphur Springs, Alderson, Quinwood, Duo, 
and Rainelle
1004 AM EDT Sun Oct 21 2018

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON EDT TODAY...

* Winds...Northwest 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 40 mph this 
  morning.

* Timing... Strongest winds will diminish by noon.

* Impacts...Winds may topple trees and powerlines.

* Locations...Greenbrier Valley.

* Hazards...Strong wind gusts.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Strong wind gusts could cause smaller trees to fall resulting in
power outages. Be alert if traveling or outdoors.

&&

$$
091 
WWUS71 KRNK 211555
NPWRNK

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Blacksburg VA
1155 AM EDT Sun Oct 21 2018

...Freezing Temperatures and Frost Expected Tonight...

.High pressure moving overhead tonight will allow for 
temperatures to plummet to at or below freezing.

NCZ001-002-018-VAZ015>017-022-220000-
/O.EXP.KRNK.HW.W.0003.000000T0000Z-181021T1600Z/
/O.CON.KRNK.FZ.W.0005.181022T0400Z-181022T1400Z/
Ashe-Alleghany NC-Watauga-Grayson-Carroll-Floyd-Roanoke-
Including the cities of West Jefferson, Sparta, Boone, 
Independence, Whitetop, Troutdale, Volney, Galax, Floyd, Roanoke,
and Salem
1155 AM EDT Sun Oct 21 2018

...FREEZE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO
10 AM EDT MONDAY...
...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT NOON EDT TODAY...

* Temperatures...Upper 20s to lower 30s tonight.

* Timing...Late tonight into Monday morning.

* Impacts...Damage to vegetation.

* Locations...North Carolina High Country into Grayson County, 
  Virginia.

* Hazards...Freezing temperatures.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Freeze Warning means sub-freezing temperatures are imminent or
highly likely. These conditions will kill crops and other
sensitive vegetation.

&&

$$

VAZ007-009>014-018-019-023-024-220000-
/O.EXP.KRNK.WI.Y.0016.000000T0000Z-181021T1600Z/
/O.CON.KRNK.FZ.W.0005.181022T0400Z-181022T1400Z/
Tazewell-Smyth-Bland-Giles-Wythe-Pulaski-Montgomery-Craig-
Alleghany VA-Botetourt-Rockbridge-
Including the cities of Tazewell, Marion, Bland, Pearisburg, 
Wytheville, Radford, Pulaski, Blacksburg, New Castle, 
Clifton Forge, Covington, Fincastle, Lexington, and Buena Vista
1155 AM EDT Sun Oct 21 2018

...FREEZE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO
10 AM EDT MONDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT NOON EDT TODAY...

* Temperatures...Upper 20s to lower 30s tonight.

* Timing...Late tonight into Monday morning.

* Impacts...Damage to vegetation.

* Locations...New River and Southern Shenandoah Valley into the 
  Alleghanys.

* Hazards...Freezing temperatures.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Freeze Warning means sub-freezing temperatures are imminent or
highly likely. These conditions will kill crops and other
sensitive vegetation.

&&

$$

NCZ003-019-VAZ032>035-220000-
/O.EXP.KRNK.WI.Y.0016.000000T0000Z-181021T1600Z/
/O.CON.KRNK.FZ.W.0005.181022T0400Z-181022T1400Z/
Surry-Wilkes-Patrick-Franklin-Bedford-Amherst-
Including the cities of Dobson, Wilkesboro, Stuart, Rocky Mount, 
Bedford, and Amherst
1155 AM EDT Sun Oct 21 2018

...FREEZE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO
10 AM EDT MONDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT NOON EDT TODAY...

* Temperatures...As low as the lower 30s on Monday morning.

* Timing...Late tonight into Monday mornin.g

* Impacts...Damage to vegetation.

* Locations...Blue Ridge Foothills.

* Hazards...Freezing temperatures.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Freeze Warning means sub-freezing temperatures are imminent or
highly likely. These conditions will kill crops and other
sensitive vegetation.

&&

$$

VAZ020-211700-
/O.EXP.KRNK.WI.Y.0016.000000T0000Z-181021T1600Z/
Bath-
Including the city of Hot Springs
1155 AM EDT Sun Oct 21 2018

...WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT NOON EDT TODAY...

Northwest winds will diminish through the afternoon.

$$

WVZ042>044-507-508-211700-
/O.EXP.KRNK.WI.Y.0016.000000T0000Z-181021T1600Z/
Mercer-Summers-Monroe-Eastern Greenbrier-Western Greenbrier-
Including the cities of Bluefield, Flat Top, Hinton, Hix, Union, 
Lewisburg, White Sulphur Springs, Alderson, Quinwood, Duo, 
and Rainelle
1155 AM EDT Sun Oct 21 2018

...WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT NOON EDT TODAY...

Northwest winds will diminish through the afternoon.

$$

NCZ004>006-020-VAZ043>047-058-059-220000-
/O.CON.KRNK.FZ.W.0005.181022T0400Z-181022T1400Z/
Stokes-Rockingham-Caswell-Yadkin-Henry-Pittsylvania-Campbell-
Appomattox-Buckingham-Halifax-Charlotte-
Including the cities of Danbury, Eden, Yanceyville, Yadkinville, 
Martinsville, Danville, Lynchburg, Appomattox, South Boston, 
and Keysville
1155 AM EDT Sun Oct 21 2018

...FREEZE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO
10 AM EDT MONDAY...

* Temperatures...As low as the lower 30s.

* Timing...Coldest temperatures will occur around sunrise Monday.

* Impacts... Cold temperatures will damage vegetation.

* Locations...Foothills and Piedmont.

* Hazards...Freezing temperatures.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Freeze Warning means sub-freezing temperatures are imminent or
highly likely. These conditions will kill crops and other
sensitive vegetation.

&&

$$

The office that day

Everything else NWS Blacksburg, VA issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Oct 20, 3:31 AM EDTFreeze WarningRNKAlleghany, Ashe, Watauga30 hr
Oct 20, 3:31 AM EDTWind AdvisoryRNKSurry, Wilkes32 hr

Nearby

High Wind Warnings in Virginia, 2018High Wind Warnings in North Carolina, 2018Every high wind warning in 2018

Sources

The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; local storm reports from the same archive; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.