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Wind Advisory 3, NWS Blacksburg, VA

January 19, 20197 counties in Virginia; 6 counties in North Carolina

NWS Blacksburg, VA issued this wind advisory at Jan 19, 2019, 3:33 PM EST for 7 counties in Virginia; 6 counties in North Carolina. It took effect at Jan 20, 2019, 7:00 AM EST. It was in force for 14 hr.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Jan 19, 2019, 3:33 PM EST (20:33 UTC)
In effect from
Jan 20, 2019, 7:00 AM EST
Expired
Jan 20, 2019, 9:09 PM EST
In force
14 hr
Issued by
NWS Blacksburg, VA

Counties Caswell County, NC, Rockingham County, NC, Stokes County, NC, Surry County, NC, Wilkes County, NC, Yadkin County, NC, Buckingham County, VA, Charlotte County, VA, City of Danville, VA, City of Martinsville, VA, Halifax County, VA, Henry County, VA, Pittsylvania County, VA

The radar

The Roanoke radar (KFCX), 65 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 20:36 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.

The nearest sounding before it

Greensboro/Hi Pt, NC (KGSO), launched 12:00Z, 8.6 hours before the alert went out and 62 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 12:00Z on 2019-01-19Temperature 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°0°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Greensboro/Hi Pt, NC at 12:00Z on 2019-01-19The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 275 square meters per square second.1939587897117Sfc1 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
900 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
50 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
275 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
334 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

768 
WWUS71 KRNK 192033
NPWRNK

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Blacksburg VA
333 PM EST Sat Jan 19 2019

...Strong to damaging winds, accumulating snow and low wind chills...

.A cold front moving across the region tonight will usher in a
shot of Arctic air on Sunday continuing into Suday night. Strong
to damaging wind gusts are expected to occur, which when combined
with cold air temperatures will lead to very low wind chills. A
period of accumulating snow is expected in southeast West
Virginia, the Mountain Empire, Grayson Highlands and the northern
mountains of North Carolina. Windy conditions and accumulating
snow are expected to end by Monday.

NCZ001-002-018-VAZ015-200400-
/O.NEW.KRNK.HW.W.0003.190120T1200Z-190121T1200Z/
Ashe-Alleghany NC-Watauga-Grayson-
Including the cities of West Jefferson, Sparta, Boone, 
Independence, Whitetop, Troutdale, and Volney
333 PM EST Sat Jan 19 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM SUNDAY TO 7 AM EST
MONDAY...

The National Weather Service in Blacksburg has issued a High Wind
Warning, which is in effect from 7 AM Sunday to 7 AM EST Monday.

* Winds...Northwest 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph.

* Wind Chills...As low as -15F Sunday night.

* Snow Accumulations...1 to 3 inches of snow.

* Timing...Winds increase early Sunday morning, along with the
  beginning of accumulating light snows. Peak winds occur Sunday
  mid- morning into Sunday night. Wind chills expected to reach
  lowest values Sunday night. Hazardous accumulating snows,
  damaging winds and snow accumulations are expected to end
  Monday morning.

* Impacts...Potential for downed trees and powerlines. Very
  difficult travel through mountain passes. The cold wind chills 
  Sunday night could result in hypothermia if precautions are not 
  taken.

* Locations...The southern Blue Ridge from Grayson to Watauga
  Counties.

* Hazards...Damaging wind gusts, dangerous wind chills and
  accumulating snow.
  

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.

&&

$$

VAZ016-017-022-200400-
/O.NEW.KRNK.HW.W.0003.190120T1200Z-190121T1200Z/
Carroll-Floyd-Roanoke-
Including the cities of Galax, Floyd, Roanoke, and Salem
333 PM EST Sat Jan 19 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM SUNDAY TO 7 AM EST
MONDAY...

The National Weather Service in Blacksburg has issued a High Wind
Warning, which is in effect from 7 AM Sunday to 7 AM EST Monday.

* Winds...Northwest 25 to 35 mph with gusts to 65 mph.

* Wind Chills...As low as -15F Sunday night.

* Timing...Winds increase early Sunday morning. Peak winds occur
  Sunday mid-morning into Sunday night. Wind chills expected to
  reach lowest values Sunday night.

* Impacts...Potential for downed trees and powerlines. Very
  difficult travel through mountain passes. The cold wind chills 
  Sunday night could result in hypothermia if precautions are not 
  taken.

* Locations...The southern Blue Ridge from Roanoke to Carroll
  Counties.

* Hazards...Damaging winds and dangerous wind chills.

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.



&&

$$

NCZ003>006-019-020-VAZ043-044-047-058-059-200400-
/O.NEW.KRNK.WI.Y.0003.190120T1200Z-190121T1200Z/
Surry-Stokes-Rockingham-Caswell-Wilkes-Yadkin-Henry-Pittsylvania-
Buckingham-Halifax-Charlotte-
Including the cities of Dobson, Danbury, Eden, Yanceyville, 
Wilkesboro, Yadkinville, Martinsville, Danville, South Boston, 
and Keysville
333 PM EST Sat Jan 19 2019

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM SUNDAY TO 7 AM EST MONDAY...

The National Weather Service in Blacksburg has issued a Wind
Advisory, which is in effect from 7 AM Sunday to 7 AM EST Monday.

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

* Wind Chills...Between 0 and -10F Sunday night.

* Timing...Winds increase early Sunday morning. Peak winds occur
  Sunday mid-morning into Sunday night. 

* Impacts...Potential for downed trees and powerlines. Very
  difficult travel through mountain passes. The cold wind chills
  Sunday night could result in hypothermia if precautions are not
  taken.

* Locations...The northern Piedmont and foothills of North
  Carolina, and Southside Virginia. 

* Hazards...Strong winds and low wind chills.

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
835 
WWUS71 KRNK 192039 CCA
NPWRNK

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE...CORRECTED
National Weather Service Blacksburg VA
339 PM EST Sat Jan 19 2019

...Strong to damaging winds, accumulating snow and low wind chills...

.A cold front moving across the region tonight will usher in a
shot of Arctic air on Sunday continuing into Sunday night. Strong
to damaging wind gusts are expected to occur, which when combined
with cold air temperatures will lead to very low wind chills. A
period of accumulating snow is expected in southeast West
Virginia, the Mountain Empire, Grayson Highlands and the northern
mountains of North Carolina. Windy conditions and accumulating
snow are expected to end by Monday.

NCZ001-002-018-VAZ015-200400-
/O.NEW.KRNK.HW.W.0003.190120T1200Z-190121T1200Z/
Ashe-Alleghany NC-Watauga-Grayson-
Including the cities of West Jefferson, Sparta, Boone, 
Independence, Whitetop, Troutdale, and Volney
339 PM EST Sat Jan 19 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM SUNDAY TO 7 AM EST
MONDAY...

The National Weather Service in Blacksburg has issued a High Wind
Warning, which is in effect from 7 AM Sunday to 7 AM EST Monday.

* Winds...Northwest 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph.

* Wind Chills...As low as -15F Sunday night.

* Snow Accumulations...1 to 3 inches of snow.

* Timing...Winds increase early Sunday morning, along with the
  beginning of accumulating light snows. Peak winds occur Sunday
  mid- morning into Sunday night. Wind chills expected to reach
  lowest values Sunday night. Hazardous accumulating snows,
  damaging winds and snow accumulations are expected to end
  Monday morning.

* Impacts...Potential for downed trees and powerlines. Very
  difficult travel through mountain passes. The cold wind chills 
  Sunday night could result in hypothermia if precautions are not 
  taken.

* Locations...The southern Blue Ridge from Grayson to Watauga
  Counties.

* Hazards...Damaging wind gusts, dangerous wind chills and
  accumulating snow.
  

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.

&&

$$

VAZ016-017-022-200400-
/O.NEW.KRNK.HW.W.0003.190120T1200Z-190121T1200Z/
Carroll-Floyd-Roanoke-
Including the cities of Galax, Floyd, Roanoke, and Salem
339 PM EST Sat Jan 19 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM SUNDAY TO 7 AM EST
MONDAY...

The National Weather Service in Blacksburg has issued a High Wind
Warning, which is in effect from 7 AM Sunday to 7 AM EST Monday.

* Winds...Northwest 25 to 35 mph with gusts to 65 mph.

* Wind Chills...As low as -15F Sunday night.

* Timing...Winds increase early Sunday morning. Peak winds occur
  Sunday mid-morning into Sunday night. Wind chills expected to
  reach lowest values Sunday night.

* Impacts...Potential for downed trees and powerlines. Very
  difficult travel through mountain passes. The cold wind chills 
  Sunday night could result in hypothermia if precautions are not 
  taken.

* Locations...The southern Blue Ridge from Roanoke to Carroll
  Counties.

* Hazards...Damaging winds and dangerous wind chills.

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.



&&

$$

NCZ003>006-019-020-VAZ043-044-047-058-059-200400-
/O.COR.KRNK.WI.Y.0003.190120T1200Z-190121T1200Z/
Surry-Stokes-Rockingham-Caswell-Wilkes-Yadkin-Henry-Pittsylvania-
Buckingham-Halifax-Charlotte-
Including the cities of Dobson, Danbury, Eden, Yanceyville, 
Wilkesboro, Yadkinville, Martinsville, Danville, South Boston, 
and Keysville
339 PM EST Sat Jan 19 2019

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM SUNDAY TO 7 AM EST MONDAY...

The National Weather Service in Blacksburg has issued a Wind
Advisory, which is in effect from 7 AM Sunday to 7 AM EST Monday.

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

* Wind Chills...in the single digits Sunday night.

* Timing...Winds increase early Sunday morning. Peak winds occur
  Sunday mid-morning into Sunday night. 

* Impacts...Potential for downed trees and powerlines. Very
  difficult travel through mountain passes. The cold wind chills
  Sunday night could result in hypothermia if precautions are not
  taken.

* Locations...The northern Piedmont and foothills of North
  Carolina, and Southside Virginia. 

* Hazards...Strong winds and low wind chills.

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.

&&

$$
858 
WWUS71 KRNK 200345
NPWRNK

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Blacksburg VA
1045 PM EST Sat Jan 19 2019

...Strong to damaging winds, snow and low wind chills...

.An arctic front crosses the area by Sunday morning, with a surge
of strong winds and very cold air moving in behind it. Strong to 
damaging wind gusts are expected to occur, which when combined 
with cold air temperatures will lead to very low wind chills,
especially Sunday night. A period of accumulating snow is 
expected across the Grayson Highlands and the northern mountains 
of North Carolina. Windy conditions and accumulating snow are 
expected to end by Monday.

NCZ001-002-018-VAZ015-201145-
/O.CON.KRNK.HW.W.0003.190120T1200Z-190121T1200Z/
Ashe-Alleghany NC-Watauga-Grayson-
Including the cities of West Jefferson, Sparta, Boone, 
Independence, Whitetop, Troutdale, and Volney
1045 PM EST Sat Jan 19 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM SUNDAY TO 7 AM
EST MONDAY...

* Winds...Northwest 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph.

* Wind Chills...As low as 15 degrees below zero Sunday night.

* Snow Accumulations...1 to 3 inches of snow.

* Timing...Winds increase early Sunday morning, along with the 
  beginning of accumulating light snows. Peak winds occur Sunday 
  mid- morning into Sunday night. Wind chills expected to reach 
  lowest values Sunday night. Hazardous accumulating snows, 
  damaging winds and snow accumulations are expected to end 
  Monday morning.

* Impacts...Slippery and snow covered roads. Blowing snow with
  reduced visibilities. Potential for downed trees and 
  powerlines. Very difficult travel through mountain passes. The 
  cold wind chills Sunday night could result in hypothermia if 
  precautions are not taken.

* Locations...The southern Blue Ridge from Grayson to Watauga 
  Counties.

* Hazards...Damaging wind gusts, dangerous wind chills and 
  accumulating snow.

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.

In addition, expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, 
and use caution while driving. If venturing out Sunday and 
especially Sunday night into Monday morning, wear layers of loose-
fitting, lightweight warm clothing, a hat, and mittens or gloves.

The public is encouraged to report snowfall amounts or wind 
damage to the National Weather Service via email at 
rnk.skywarn@noaa.gov...through Facebook or Twitter...or by calling
1...8 6 6...2 1 5...4 3 2 4. Pictures are greatly appreciated.


&&

$$

VAZ016-017-022-201145-
/O.CON.KRNK.HW.W.0003.190120T1200Z-190121T1200Z/
Carroll-Floyd-Roanoke-
Including the cities of Galax, Floyd, Roanoke, and Salem
1045 PM EST Sat Jan 19 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM SUNDAY TO 7 AM
EST MONDAY...

* Winds...Northwest 25 to 35 mph with gusts to 65 mph.

* Wind Chills...As low as 15 below zero Sunday night.

* Timing...Winds increase early Sunday morning. Peak winds occur 
  Sunday mid-morning into Sunday night. Wind chills expected to 
  reach lowest values Sunday night.

* Impacts...Potential for downed trees and powerlines. Very 
  difficult travel through mountain passes. The cold wind chills 
  Sunday night could result in hypothermia if precautions are 
  not taken.

* Locations...The southern Blue Ridge from Roanoke to Carroll 
  Counties.

* Hazards...Damaging winds and dangerous wind chills.

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.

If venturing out Sunday and especially Sunday night into Monday 
morning, wear layers of loose-fitting, lightweight warm clothing, 
a hat, and mittens or gloves.

The public is encouraged to report wind damage to the National 
Weather Service via email at rnk.skywarn@noaa.gov...through 
Facebook or Twitter...or by calling 1...8 6 6...2 1 5...4 3 2 4. 
Pictures are greatly appreciated.



&&

$$

NCZ003>006-019-020-VAZ043-044-047-058-059-201145-
/O.CON.KRNK.WI.Y.0003.190120T1200Z-190121T1200Z/
Surry-Stokes-Rockingham-Caswell-Wilkes-Yadkin-Henry-Pittsylvania-
Buckingham-Halifax-Charlotte-
Including the cities of Dobson, Danbury, Eden, Yanceyville, 
Wilkesboro, Yadkinville, Martinsville, Danville, South Boston, 
and Keysville
1045 PM EST Sat Jan 19 2019

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM SUNDAY TO 7 AM EST
MONDAY...

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

* Wind Chills...in the single digits Sunday night.

* Timing...Winds increase early Sunday morning. Peak winds occur 
  Sunday mid-morning into Sunday night.

* Impacts...Potential for downed trees and powerlines. Very 
  difficult travel through mountain passes. The cold wind chills 
  Sunday night could result in hypothermia if precautions are 
  not taken.

* Locations...The northern Piedmont and foothills of North 
  Carolina, and Southside Virginia.

* Hazards...Strong winds and low wind chills.

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.

If venturing out Sunday and especially Sunday night into Monday 
morning, wear layers of loose-fitting, lightweight warm clothing, 
a hat, and mittens or gloves.

The public is encouraged to report wind damage to the National 
Weather Service via email at rnk.skywarn@noaa.gov...through 
Facebook or Twitter...or by calling 1...8 6 6...2 1 5...4 3 2 4. 
Pictures are greatly appreciated.


&&

$$
186 
WWUS71 KRNK 200425 CCA
NPWRNK

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE...CORRECTED
National Weather Service Blacksburg VA
1125 PM EST Sat Jan 19 2019

...Strong to damaging winds, snow and low wind chills...

.An arctic front crosses the area by Sunday morning, with a surge
of strong winds and very cold air moving in behind it. Strong to 
damaging wind gusts are expected to occur, which when combined 
with cold air temperatures will lead to very low wind chills,
especially Sunday night. A period of accumulating snow is 
expected across the Grayson Highlands and the northern mountains 
of North Carolina. Windy conditions and accumulating snow are 
expected to end by Monday.

NCZ001-002-018-VAZ015-201145-
/O.COR.KRNK.HW.W.0003.190120T1200Z-190121T1200Z/
Ashe-Alleghany NC-Watauga-Grayson-
Including the cities of West Jefferson, Sparta, Boone, 
Independence, Whitetop, Troutdale, and Volney
1125 PM EST Sat Jan 19 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM SUNDAY TO 7 AM
EST MONDAY...

* Winds...Northwest 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph.

* Wind Chills...As low as 15 degrees below zero Sunday night.

* Snow Accumulations...1 to 3 inches of snow.

* Timing...Winds increase early Sunday morning, along with the
  beginning of accumulating light snows. Peak winds occur Sunday
  mid- morning into Sunday night. Wind chills expected to reach
  lowest values Sunday. Damaging winds and snow accumulations are
  expected to end Monday morning.

* Impacts...Slippery and snow covered roads. Blowing snow with
  reduced visibilities. Potential for downed trees and 
  powerlines. Very difficult travel through mountain passes. The 
  cold wind chills Sunday night could result in hypothermia if 
  precautions are not taken.

* Locations...The southern Blue Ridge from Grayson to Watauga 
  Counties.

* Hazards...Damaging wind gusts, dangerous wind chills and 
  accumulating snow.

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.

In addition, expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, 
and use caution while driving. If venturing out Sunday and 
especially Sunday night into Monday morning, wear layers of loose-
fitting, lightweight warm clothing, a hat, and mittens or gloves.

The public is encouraged to report snowfall amounts or wind 
damage to the National Weather Service via email at 
rnk.skywarn@noaa.gov...through Facebook or Twitter...or by calling
1...8 6 6...2 1 5...4 3 2 4. Pictures are greatly appreciated.


&&

$$

VAZ016-017-022-201145-
/O.CON.KRNK.HW.W.0003.190120T1200Z-190121T1200Z/
Carroll-Floyd-Roanoke-
Including the cities of Galax, Floyd, Roanoke, and Salem
1125 PM EST Sat Jan 19 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM SUNDAY TO 7 AM
EST MONDAY...

* Winds...Northwest 25 to 35 mph with gusts to 65 mph.

* Wind Chills...As low as 15 below zero Sunday night.

* Timing...Winds increase early Sunday morning. Peak winds occur 
  Sunday mid-morning into Sunday night. Wind chills expected to 
  reach lowest values Sunday night.

* Impacts...Potential for downed trees and powerlines. Very 
  difficult travel through mountain passes. The cold wind chills 
  Sunday night could result in hypothermia if precautions are 
  not taken.

* Locations...The southern Blue Ridge from Roanoke to Carroll 
  Counties.

* Hazards...Damaging winds and dangerous wind chills.

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.

If venturing out Sunday and especially Sunday night into Monday 
morning, wear layers of loose-fitting, lightweight warm clothing, 
a hat, and mittens or gloves.

The public is encouraged to report wind damage to the National 
Weather Service via email at rnk.skywarn@noaa.gov...through 
Facebook or Twitter...or by calling 1...8 6 6...2 1 5...4 3 2 4. 
Pictures are greatly appreciated.



&&

$$

NCZ003>006-019-020-VAZ043-044-047-058-059-201145-
/O.CON.KRNK.WI.Y.0003.190120T1200Z-190121T1200Z/
Surry-Stokes-Rockingham-Caswell-Wilkes-Yadkin-Henry-Pittsylvania-
Buckingham-Halifax-Charlotte-
Including the cities of Dobson, Danbury, Eden, Yanceyville, 
Wilkesboro, Yadkinville, Martinsville, Danville, South Boston, 
and Keysville
1125 PM EST Sat Jan 19 2019

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM SUNDAY TO 7 AM EST
MONDAY...

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

* Wind Chills...in the single digits Sunday night.

* Timing...Winds increase early Sunday morning. Peak winds occur 
  Sunday mid-morning into Sunday night.

* Impacts...Potential for downed trees and powerlines. Very 
  difficult travel through mountain passes. The cold wind chills 
  Sunday night could result in hypothermia if precautions are 
  not taken.

* Locations...The northern Piedmont and foothills of North 
  Carolina, and Southside Virginia.

* Hazards...Strong winds and low wind chills.

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.

If venturing out Sunday and especially Sunday night into Monday 
morning, wear layers of loose-fitting, lightweight warm clothing, 
a hat, and mittens or gloves.

The public is encouraged to report wind damage to the National 
Weather Service via email at rnk.skywarn@noaa.gov...through 
Facebook or Twitter...or by calling 1...8 6 6...2 1 5...4 3 2 4. 
Pictures are greatly appreciated.


&&

$$
512 
WWUS71 KRNK 200842
NPWRNK

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Blacksburg VA
342 AM EST Sun Jan 20 2019

...Strong to damaging winds, snow and low wind chills...

.An arctic front crosses the area this morning, with a surge of 
strong winds and very cold air moving in behind it. Strong to 
damaging wind gusts are expected to occur, which when combined 
with cold air temperatures will lead to very low wind chills, 
especially later tonight. A period of accumulating snow is 
expected across the Grayson Highlands and the northern mountains 
of North Carolina. Windy conditions and accumulating snow are 
expected to end during Monday.

NCZ001-002-018-VAZ015-201645-
/O.CON.KRNK.HW.W.0003.190120T1200Z-190121T1200Z/
Ashe-Alleghany NC-Watauga-Grayson-
Including the cities of West Jefferson, Sparta, Boone, 
Independence, Whitetop, Troutdale, and Volney
342 AM EST Sun Jan 20 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO
7 AM EST MONDAY...

* Winds...Northwest 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* Wind Chills...10 to 15 degrees below zero late tonight.

* Snow Accumulations...1 to 3 inches of snow.

* Timing...Winds increase early this morning, along with the
  beginning of accumulating light snow. Peak winds occur mid
  morning through early afternoon and then again this evening.  
  Wind chills expected to reach lowest values late tonight. 
  Damaging winds and snow accumulations are expected to end Monday
  morning.

* Impacts...Potential for downed trees and powerlines along with
  minor structural damage. Very difficult travel through mountain
  passes. Slippery and snow covered roads. Blowing snow with
  reduced visibilities. The cold wind chills could result in 
  hypothermia if precautions are not taken.

* Locations...The southern Blue Ridge from Grayson to Watauga 
  Counties.

* Hazards...Damaging wind gusts, dangerous wind chills and 
  accumulating snow.

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.

In addition, expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities,
and use caution while driving. If venturing out Sunday and
especially Sunday night into Monday morning, wear layers of loose-
fitting, lightweight warm clothing, a hat, and mittens or
gloves.

The public is encouraged to report snowfall amounts or wind
damage to the National Weather Service via email at
rnk.skywarn@noaa.gov...through Facebook or Twitter...or by
calling 1...8 6 6...2 1 5...4 3 2 4. Pictures are greatly
appreciated.

&&

$$

VAZ016-017-022-201645-
/O.CON.KRNK.HW.W.0003.190120T1200Z-190121T1200Z/
Carroll-Floyd-Roanoke-
Including the cities of Galax, Floyd, Roanoke, and Salem
342 AM EST Sun Jan 20 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO
7 AM EST MONDAY...

* Winds...Northwest 25 to 35 mph with gusts to 60 mph.

* Wind Chills...5 to 15 below zero late tonight.

* Timing...Winds increase early this morning. Peak winds occur
  mid-morning into early this afternoon with a second surge this
  evening. Wind chills expected to reach lowest values late
  tonight.

* Impacts...Potential for downed trees and powerlines. Very 
  difficult travel through mountain passes. The cold wind chills 
  Sunday night could result in hypothermia if precautions are 
  not taken.

* Locations...The southern Blue Ridge from Roanoke to Carroll 
  Counties.

* Hazards...Damaging winds and dangerous wind chills.

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.

If venturing out Sunday and especially Sunday night into Monday
morning, wear layers of loose-fitting, lightweight warm clothing,
a hat, and mittens or gloves.

The public is encouraged to report wind damage to the National
Weather Service via email at rnk.skywarn@noaa.gov...through
Facebook or Twitter...or by calling 1...8 6 6...2 1 5...4 3 2 4.
Pictures are greatly appreciated.

&&

$$

NCZ003>006-019-020-VAZ043-044-047-058-059-201645-
/O.CON.KRNK.WI.Y.0003.190120T1200Z-190121T1200Z/
Surry-Stokes-Rockingham-Caswell-Wilkes-Yadkin-Henry-Pittsylvania-
Buckingham-Halifax-Charlotte-
Including the cities of Dobson, Danbury, Eden, Yanceyville, 
Wilkesboro, Yadkinville, Martinsville, Danville, South Boston, 
and Keysville
342 AM EST Sun Jan 20 2019

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 7 AM
EST MONDAY...

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

* Wind Chills...In the single digits late tonight.

* Timing...Winds increase this morning. Peak winds occur mid-
  morning into this evening.

* Impacts...Potential for downed trees and powerlines. 

* Locations...The northern Piedmont and foothills of North 
  Carolina, and Southside Virginia.

* Hazards...Strong winds and low wind chills.

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.

If venturing out Sunday and especially Sunday night into Monday
morning, wear layers of loose-fitting, lightweight warm clothing,
a hat, and mittens or gloves.

The public is encouraged to report wind damage to the National
Weather Service via email at rnk.skywarn@noaa.gov...through
Facebook or Twitter...or by calling 1...8 6 6...2 1 5...4 3 2 4.
Pictures are greatly appreciated.

&&

$$
406 
WWUS71 KRNK 201656
NPWRNK

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Blacksburg VA
1156 AM EST Sun Jan 20 2019

...Strong to Damaging winds and Dangerous Wind Chills this
afternoon and tonight...

.Strong to damaging winds are expected this afternoon and tonight.
Snow showers will will persist in the mountains with some
accumulation from the Grayson Highlands into the mountains of
northwest North Carolina. The combination of cold air and gusty
winds will result in dangerous wind chills. 

VAZ043-044-047-201800-
/O.CAN.KRNK.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-190121T1200Z/
Henry-Pittsylvania-Buckingham-
Including the cities of Martinsville and Danville
1156 AM EST Sun Jan 20 2019

...WIND ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

The National Weather Service in Blacksburg has replaced the Wind 
Advisory.

A wind chill advisory is now in effect. Low temperatures will 
drop down to 5 above to 15 above zero tonight. Winds will be from
the northwest at 15 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. This will
result in wind chills around zero by Monday morning. 


$$

NCZ001-002-018-VAZ015-210500-
/O.CON.KRNK.HW.W.0003.000000T0000Z-190121T1200Z/
Ashe-Alleghany NC-Watauga-Grayson-
Including the cities of West Jefferson, Sparta, Boone, 
Independence, Whitetop, Troutdale, and Volney
1156 AM EST Sun Jan 20 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST MONDAY...

* Winds...Northwest 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph.

* Wind Chills...10 to 15 degrees below zero late tonight.

* Snow Accumulations...1 to 3 inches of snow.

* Timing...Strongest winds will continue into this evening. Wind
  chills expected to reach lowest values late tonight. Snow 
  accumulations are expected to end Monday morning.

* Impacts...Potential for downed trees and powerlines along with 
  minor structural damage. Very difficult travel through 
  mountain passes. Slippery and snow covered roads. Blowing snow 
  with reduced visibilities. The cold wind chills could result 
  in hypothermia if precautions are not taken.

* Locations...The southern Blue Ridge from Grayson to Watauga 
  Counties.

* Hazards...Damaging wind gusts, dangerous wind chills and 
  accumulating snow.

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.

In addition, expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities,
and use caution while driving. If venturing out wear layers of 
loose- fitting, lightweight warm clothing, a hat, and mittens or 
gloves.

The public is encouraged to report snowfall amounts or wind
damage to the National Weather Service via email at
rnk.skywarn@noaa.gov...through Facebook or Twitter...or by
calling 1...8 6 6...2 1 5...4 3 2 4. Pictures are greatly
appreciated.

&&

$$

VAZ016-017-022-210500-
/O.CON.KRNK.HW.W.0003.000000T0000Z-190121T1200Z/
Carroll-Floyd-Roanoke-
Including the cities of Galax, Floyd, Roanoke, and Salem
1156 AM EST Sun Jan 20 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST MONDAY...

* Winds...Northwest 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* Wind Chills...5 to 15 below zero late tonight.

* Timing...Strongest winds continue into this evening. Wind 
  chills expected to reach lowest values late tonight.

* Impacts...Potential for downed trees and powerlines. Very
  difficult travel through mountain passes. The cold wind chills could
  result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken.

* Locations...The southern Blue Ridge from Roanoke to Carroll
  Counties, including Fancy Gap.

* Hazards...Damaging winds and dangerous wind chills.

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.

If venturing out wear layers of loose- fitting, lightweight warm 
clothing, a hat, and mittens or gloves.

The public is encouraged to report wind damage to the National
Weather Service via email at rnk.skywarn@noaa.gov...through
Facebook or Twitter...or by calling 1...8 6 6...2 1 5...4 3 2 4.
Pictures are greatly appreciated.

&&

$$

NCZ003>006-019-020-VAZ058-059-210500-
/O.CON.KRNK.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-190121T1200Z/
Surry-Stokes-Rockingham-Caswell-Wilkes-Yadkin-Halifax-Charlotte-
Including the cities of Dobson, Danbury, Eden, Yanceyville, 
Wilkesboro, Yadkinville, South Boston, and Keysville
1156 AM EST Sun Jan 20 2019

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST MONDAY...

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

* Wind Chills...In the single digits late tonight.

* Timing...Peak winds into this evening. Coldest wind chills late
  tonight. 

* Impacts...Potential for downed trees and powerlines.

* Locations...The North Carolina foothills and piedmont and the
  piedmont of Virginia.

* Hazards...Strong winds and low wind chills.

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.

If venturing out wear layers of loose-fitting, lightweight warm 
clothing, a hat, and mittens or gloves.

The public is encouraged to report wind damage to the National
Weather Service via email at rnk.skywarn@noaa.gov...through
Facebook or Twitter...or by calling 1...8 6 6...2 1 5...4 3 2 4.
Pictures are greatly appreciated.

&&

$$
976 
WWUS71 KRNK 202055
NPWRNK

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Blacksburg VA
355 PM EST Sun Jan 20 2019

...Strong to Damaging winds and Dangerous Wind Chills this
afternoon and tonight...

.Strong to damaging winds are expected tonight. Snow showers 
will will persist in the mountains with light accumulation from 
the Grayson Highlands into the mountains of northwest North 
Carolina. The combination of cold air and gusty winds will result 
in dangerous wind chills.

NCZ001-002-018-VAZ015-210500-
/O.CON.KRNK.HW.W.0003.000000T0000Z-190121T1200Z/
Ashe-Alleghany NC-Watauga-Grayson-
Including the cities of West Jefferson, Sparta, Boone, 
Independence, Whitetop, Troutdale, and Volney
355 PM EST Sun Jan 20 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST MONDAY...

* Winds...Northwest 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph.

* Wind Chills...10 to 19 degrees below zero late tonight.

* Snow Accumulations...up to 1 inch additional of snow.

* Timing...Strongest winds will continue into this evening. Wind
  chills expected to reach lowest values late tonight. Snow
  showers will end late tonight.

* Impacts...Potential for downed trees and powerlines along with 
  minor structural damage. Very difficult travel through 
  mountain passes. Slippery and snow covered roads. Blowing snow 
  with reduced visibilities. The cold wind chills could result 
  in hypothermia if precautions are not taken.

* Locations...The southern Blue Ridge from Grayson to Watauga 
  Counties.

* Hazards...Damaging wind gusts, dangerous wind chills and 
  accumulating snow.

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.

In addition, expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities,
and use caution while driving. If venturing out wear layers of
loose- fitting, lightweight warm clothing, a hat, and mittens or
gloves.

The public is encouraged to report snowfall amounts or wind
damage to the National Weather Service via email at
rnk.skywarn@noaa.gov...through Facebook or Twitter...or by
calling 1...8 6 6...2 1 5...4 3 2 4. Pictures are greatly
appreciated.

&&

$$

VAZ016-017-022-210500-
/O.CON.KRNK.HW.W.0003.000000T0000Z-190121T1200Z/
Carroll-Floyd-Roanoke-
Including the cities of Galax, Floyd, Roanoke, and Salem
355 PM EST Sun Jan 20 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST MONDAY...

* Winds...Northwest 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* Wind Chills...5 to 15 below zero late tonight.

* Timing...Strongest winds continue into this evening. Wind chills
  will reach lowest values late tonight.

* Impacts...Potential for downed trees and powerlines. Very 
  difficult travel through mountain passes. The cold wind chills 
  could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken.

* Locations...The southern Blue Ridge from Roanoke to Carroll 
  Counties, including Fancy Gap.

* Hazards...Damaging winds and dangerous wind chills.

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.

If venturing out wear layers of loose- fitting, lightweight warm
clothing, a hat, and mittens or gloves.

The public is encouraged to report wind damage to the National
Weather Service via email at rnk.skywarn@noaa.gov...through
Facebook or Twitter...or by calling 1...8 6 6...2 1 5...4 3 2 4.
Pictures are greatly appreciated.

&&

$$

NCZ003>006-019-020-VAZ058-059-210500-
/O.CON.KRNK.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-190121T1200Z/
Surry-Stokes-Rockingham-Caswell-Wilkes-Yadkin-Halifax-Charlotte-
Including the cities of Dobson, Danbury, Eden, Yanceyville, 
Wilkesboro, Yadkinville, South Boston, and Keysville
355 PM EST Sun Jan 20 2019

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST MONDAY...

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

* Wind Chills...In the single digits late tonight.

* Timing...Peak winds into this evening. Coldest wind chills 
  late tonight.

* Impacts...Potential for downed trees limbs and sporadic power
  outages.

* Locations...The North Carolina foothills and piedmont and the 
  piedmont of Virginia.

* Hazards...Strong winds and low wind chills.

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.

If venturing out wear layers of loose-fitting, lightweight warm
clothing, a hat, and mittens or gloves.

The public is encouraged to report wind damage to the National
Weather Service via email at rnk.skywarn@noaa.gov...through
Facebook or Twitter...or by calling 1...8 6 6...2 1 5...4 3 2 4.
Pictures are greatly appreciated.

&&

$$
566 
WWUS71 KRNK 210209
NPWRNK

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Blacksburg VA
909 PM EST Sun Jan 20 2019

...Strong to Damaging winds and Dangerous Wind Chills tonight...

.Strong to damaging winds are expected tonight. The combination 
of cold air and gusty winds will result in dangerous wind chills.

VAZ016-017-022-211015-
/O.CAN.KRNK.HW.W.0003.000000T0000Z-190121T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KRNK.WI.Y.0004.190121T0209Z-190121T1200Z/
Carroll-Floyd-Roanoke-
Including the cities of Galax, Floyd, Roanoke, and Salem
909 PM EST Sun Jan 20 2019

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST MONDAY...
...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED...

The National Weather Service in Blacksburg has issued a Wind
Advisory, which is in effect until 7 AM EST Monday. The High Wind
Warning has been cancelled.

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

* Wind Chills...5 to 15 below zero late tonight.

* Timing...Strongest winds continue into this evening. Wind 
  chills will reach lowest values late tonight.

* Impacts...Potential for downed trees and powerlines. Very 
  difficult travel through mountain passes. The cold wind chills 
  could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken.

* Locations...The southern Blue Ridge from Roanoke to Carroll 
  Counties, including Fancy Gap.

* Hazards...Damaging winds and dangerous wind chills.

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.

If venturing out wear layers of loose- fitting, lightweight warm
clothing, a hat, and mittens or gloves.

The public is encouraged to report wind damage to the National
Weather Service via email at rnk.skywarn@noaa.gov...through
Facebook or Twitter...or by calling 1...8 6 6...2 1 5...4 3 2 4.
Pictures are greatly appreciated.

&&

$$

NCZ003>006-019-020-VAZ058-059-210315-
/O.CAN.KRNK.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-190121T1200Z/
Surry-Stokes-Rockingham-Caswell-Wilkes-Yadkin-Halifax-Charlotte-
Including the cities of Dobson, Danbury, Eden, Yanceyville, 
Wilkesboro, Yadkinville, South Boston, and Keysville
909 PM EST Sun Jan 20 2019

...WIND ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

The National Weather Service in Blacksburg has cancelled the Wind
Advisory.

Northwest winds overall have eased up to below advisory levels of
greater than 45 mph. Gusts at times to 30 to 40 mph may occur.
Expect wind chills overnight to drop to just above zero.

$$

NCZ001-002-018-VAZ015-211015-
/O.CON.KRNK.HW.W.0003.000000T0000Z-190121T1200Z/
Ashe-Alleghany NC-Watauga-Grayson-
Including the cities of West Jefferson, Sparta, Boone, 
Independence, Whitetop, Troutdale, and Volney
909 PM EST Sun Jan 20 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST MONDAY...

* Winds...Northwest 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* Wind Chills...10 to 19 degrees below zero late tonight.

* Timing...Strongest winds will continue tonight. Wind chills
  expected to reach lowest values late tonight. 

* Impacts...Potential for downed trees and powerlines along with
  minor structural damage. Very difficult travel through mountain
  passes.  The cold wind chills could result in hypothermia if 
  precautions are not taken.

* Locations...The southern Blue Ridge from Grayson to Watauga 
  Counties.

* Hazards...Damaging wind gusts and dangerous wind chills. 

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.

If venturing out wear layers of loose- fitting, lightweight warm 
clothing, a hat, and mittens or gloves.

The public is encouraged to report wind damage to the National 
Weather Service via email at rnk.skywarn@noaa.gov...through 
Facebook or Twitter...or by calling 1...8 6 6...2 1 5...4 3 2 4. 
Pictures are greatly appreciated.

&&

$$

What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before this wind advisory went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.

NWS Blacksburg, VA wrote its last area forecast discussion before this wind advisory went out at Jan 19, 1:06 PM EST, 2 hours 27 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Jan 19, 1:06 PM EST, 2 hours 27 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Blacksburg VA
106 PM EST Sat Jan 19 2019

.SYNOPSIS...
Low pressure will move east across the Tennessee Valley this
afternoon, and through the Mid-Atlantic region tonight. This
feature and its associated cold front will bring periods of
rain today into tonight. In the wake of this system, strong
northwest winds will usher much colder air and mountain snow
showers into the region on Sunday, with the very cold conditions
persisting into the start of next week.

&&

.NEAR TERM /THROUGH TONIGHT/...
As of 1245 PM EST Saturday...Have cancelled the Winter Weather
Advisory for Bath and Greenbrier Counties. Observations indicate
wet bulb temperatures have risen above 32F, with precipitation
expected to take the form of rain. Hot Springs continues to show
UP in the observation but temperature and dewpoint are 33
degrees so any frozen precip likely erroneous. Did add some
areas of patchy fog on the western side of the wedge, with
visibilities generally 1-3 statute miles, though is a bit lower
toward the I-77/Fancy Gap area. Otherwise, no other changes made
at this point as we await initial onset of rain just beginning
to sneak into our far southwestern CWA.

Previous discussion from 230 AM...

Active scenario over the next 24 hours as a strong upper trough over
the southern plains swings quickly northeast today and tags up with
northern stream energy sliding by to the north. This should help drive
rather deep surface low pressure from the western TN valley this
afternoon to across the region later this evening and to the east by
daybreak. Will initially see weak isentropic lift and upslope aid some
lighter rain development this morning before the better jet dynamics
and deeper moisture arrive ahead of the leading edge of sharp shortwave
energy aloft by this evening. However guidance remains slower to
produce much precip this morning espcly north where have ongoing
headlines for possible icing/light snow. Thus have toned coverage back
a bit as the latest HRRR has little within the advisory area until
things have warmed up after 18z. Otherwise little change other than to
slow down pops this morning before steadily increasing from west to
east toward mid/late afternoon, primarily west of the Blue Ridge. Highs
tricky given a rather warm start in spots and timing of in-situ wedge
development that will offset strong warm advection aloft. Since timing
looks slower, edged up highs closer to the current Euro/Mav Mos blend
for mainly late day highs with only the north remaining in the 30s.

Window of heavier more widespread rainfall looks to come by this
evening ahead of the upper trough and associated surface cold front.
Models show a strong lift/divergence axis crossing the region aided by
strong dynamics and weak instability aloft across the southwest.
However deeper convection looks to stay south with much of this
rainfall crossing into a brief transition from wedging to warm
advection which should keep rates lower outside of any embedded bands
just ahead of the cold front. QPF likely to be on the order of 1-1.5
inches far west to less than an inch east where showers should be
moving faster tonight. This could cause some localized flooding issues
but given lighter expected rain today, wont hoist any flood watches for
now. Other issue could be with southerly winds mixing down within the
band of heavier rainfall, espcly BLF and points south within a brief
window early this evening. Still doesnt appear enough for headlines at
this point with soundings showing the jet basically above the inversion
within a saturated layer.

Timing of the cold front still looks to be across the far west just
prior to dawn and near the Blue Ridge near 12z. Latest forecast
soundings suggest the abrupt surge of cold air may be just fast enough
to catch exiting moisture across the far west where ran with a
changeover to light snow/sleet prior to daybreak, espcly BLF/LWB
vicinity. Amounts look less than an inch at best but still a flash
freeze scenario where moisture lingers as the punch of strong northwest
winds arrives around the same time with the dry slot working from west
to east after midnight. Since already have an advisory ongoing for
today, plan to hold off addressing the cold advection headlines until
later on for now. Otrw slowed down the cold air a bit from the Blue
Ridge east where models are always too fast to swing the 85h boundary
across. This likely to result in a range from 50s southeast late
tonight where temps will be quickly rising overnight, to 30s Blue
Ridge, to falling into the 20s far west late.

&&

.SHORT TERM /SUNDAY THROUGH MONDAY NIGHT/...
As of 335 AM EST Saturday...

By sunrise Sunday, the surface cold front should be east of the Blue
Ridge with the bulk of the heavy rain moving over the coastal
piedmont. Meanwhile, a closed low associated with this Arctic front
will open into a trough over the Ohio Valley. The deformation zone
from this trough and cold air working into the region will have rain
changing to snow across the mountains through the morning. There may
also be a brief period of sleet during this transition. Snowfall
totals for Sunday morning will range between a dusting to two inches
across the mountains with the high-end range across elevations above
3000 feet of southeastern West Virginia.

Snow will change to snow showers going into the afternoon as
northwest flow increases over the region. Moisture from the Great
Lakes will impact the mountains late in the afternoon and into the
evening. An additional 1-2 inches of snow is likely for western
slopes. Channel vorticity axis will stretched from the Midwest to
the southern Appalachian Mountains into the evening. This may help
produce more snow along western slopes than currently forecasted.
Intense snowbands may also develop during the evening hours across
the Mountain Empire and New River Valley, quickly reducing
visibilities and dropping an inch or so of snow in a very short
time.

In addition to have hydro issues with rain from Saturday night and
the snow Sunday, strong gusty northwest winds will also be a
problem. The best pressure rises and strongest low level jet occurs
after the front moves into the piedmont Sunday morning. Winds of 20-
35 mph with gusts approaching 50 mph are possible along the Blue
Ridge. Elsewhere winds of 15-25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph will be
common. Winds are expected to weaken some through the afternoon, but
will remain breezy into Monday morning.

Sunday's high temperatures (upper 20s to lower 30s) across the
mountains will occur early in the morning. Strong cold air advection
through the day will have temperatures dropping into the low to mid
20s by sunset. Across the foothills, maximum temperatures (lower
40s) should occur by late morning, then drop into the lower 30s by
the end of the day. The piedmont may touch 50F by noon then see
temperatures fall into the upper 30s. It is also worth mentioning
that with the very cold air rushing into the area Sunday, water left
on roadways may freeze creating patches of black ice.

The combination of strong winds and very cold temperatures will
create dangerous wind chills Sunday night into Monday morning.
Temperatures Sunday night are expected to fall into the single
digits across the mountains to the teens east of the Blue Ridge.
Wind chill readings across the mountains will be below zero and into
the single digits east Monday morning. Temperatures will warm while
the winds weaken Monday afternoon, but the area will remain in a
deep freeze into Tuesday.

&&

.LONG TERM /TUESDAY THROUGH FRIDAY/...
As of 230 PM EST Friday...

Synoptic pattern in decent agreement Tuesday then differences grow
as a pronounced trough moves out of the southern Rockies. While
differences remain in the timing of individual short waves the
overall pattern of a broad upper trough over much of the continental
United States remains through Thursday.

Tuesday morning the surface high will be centered over the Mid
Atlantic states. As the high moves offshore Tuesday night and
Wednesday winds will increase from the southwest. The next cold
front reaches the area Wednesday. Models develop a strong surface
low along this front Wednesday night with a wide range in solutions
for the location of this system by Thursday morning. Will lean
toward WPC's blended ECMWF/GEFS solution.

&&

.AVIATION /18Z SATURDAY THROUGH THURSDAY/...
As of 102 PM EST Saturday...

An active 18z TAF period with low clouds, light rain with
intervals of mist/fog thru 00z, then a strong frontal passage
should bring with it a short-lived period of RA+ between 01-06z.
See TAFs for timing. Current flight categories generally are
sub-MVFR at the TAFs and there is high confidence of at least
sub-MVFR through 06z at most TAFs. Winds initially are east to
southeast 4-8 kts will tend to veer to south around 4-8 kts
through 06z. Will also see periods of LLWS through midnight as
southerly low- level jet of 40 kts precedes frontal passage.

Aviation concerns for the latter portion of the TAF period
(06-18z Sunday) include a gusty frontal passage with
strong/gusty winds across most terminals, MVFR-IFR visby snow
showers at Bluefield and Lewisburg and VFR type snow
showers/flurries into Blacksburg. Strong cold temperature
advection overnight into early Sunday could result in freeze-up
of untreated runways especially from Roanoke westward as
temperatures fall into the 20s. Flight categories should
generally improve to VFR conditions at Lynchburg and Danville by
early Sunday morning. Will see lowest flight categories further
west one goes due to snow showers and MVFR type ceilings.
Winds should be between 10-18 kts Sunday with gusts between
20-35 kts. Strongest wind gusts tomorrow at Roanoke with gusts
by late in the TAF approaching 45 kts.

Extended Aviation Discussion...

Should see improving conditions Sunday evening as snow showers
decrease in coverage in the western mountains and ceilings
begin to improve. Winds will still be strong with potential for
turbulence near the Blue Ridge through Monday morning.

Winds will diminish Monday into Tuesday with gradual clearing
and return to VFR underneath strong subsidence from High
pressure passing overhead.

Surface front enters by Tue night-Wed with an increasing chance
of precip with sub-VFR returning.

&&

.RNK WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
VA...None.
NC...None.
WV...None.

&&

SYNOPSIS...JH
NEAR TERM...AL/JH
SHORT TERM...RCS
LONG TERM...AMS
AVIATION...AL/JH
Hazardous weather outlook, Jan 19, 12:27 PM EST, 3 hours 6 minutes before
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Blacksburg VA
1227 PM EST Sat Jan 19 2019

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Surry-Stokes-Rockingham-Caswell-Wilkes-Yadkin-Patrick-Franklin-
Bedford-Amherst-Henry-Pittsylvania-Campbell-Appomattox-Buckingham-
Halifax-Charlotte-
1227 PM EST Sat Jan 19 2019

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for north central North Carolina,
northwest North Carolina, central Virginia, south central Virginia,
southwest Virginia and west central Virginia.

.DAY ONE...This afternoon and tonight.

There is a low probability for widespread hazardous weather.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Sunday through Friday.

A passing Arctic front will bring strong post frontal northwest
winds and much colder temperatures by Sunday night and Monday.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

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Ashe-Alleghany NC-Watauga-Tazewell-Smyth-Bland-Giles-Wythe-Pulaski-
Montgomery-Grayson-Carroll-Floyd-Craig-Alleghany VA-Bath-Roanoke-
Botetourt-Rockbridge-Mercer-Summers-Monroe-Eastern Greenbrier-
Western Greenbrier-
1227 PM EST Sat Jan 19 2019

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for northwest North Carolina,
southwest Virginia, west central Virginia and southeast West
Virginia.

.DAY ONE...This afternoon and tonight.

There is a low probability for widespread hazardous weather.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Sunday through Friday.

Passage of a strong cold front is expected to bring a sudden drop in
temperatures Sunday which may result in a rapid freeze and onset of
accumulating snow across the western mountains, including strong
northwest winds, as well as low wind chills.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

The office that day

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

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Jan 19, 3:39 PM ESTHigh Wind WarningRNKCarroll, Floyd, Grayson, Roanoke, City of Galax, City of Roanoke and 1 more37 hr
Jan 19, 3:52 PM ESTWinter Weather AdvisoryRNKAlleghany, Amherst, Appomattox, Bath, Bedford, Bland and 17 more40 hr

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Sources

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