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Winter Storm Warning 4, NWS Greenville-Spartanburg, SC

January 31, 20217 counties in North Carolina

NWS Greenville-Spartanburg, SC issued this winter storm warning at Jan 31, 2021, 3:03 PM EST for 7 counties in North Carolina. It took effect at Feb 1, 2021, 12:00 AM EST. It was in force for 37 hr. 14 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
Jan 31, 2021, 3:03 PM EST (20:03 UTC)
In effect from
Feb 1, 2021, 12:00 AM EST
Expired
Feb 2, 2021, 1:00 PM EST
In force
37 hr
Issued by
NWS Greenville-Spartanburg, SC

Counties Avery County, NC, Graham County, NC, Haywood County, NC, Madison County, NC, Mitchell County, NC, Swain County, NC, Yancey County, NC

The radar

The Knoxville radar (KMRX), 73 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 20:06 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
Feb 1, 8:15 AM ESTSNOW 02 Nw Waynesville, NCQUICK BURST OF SNOW COVERED GROUND AND ROADS AT 345 AM. NOW FLURRIES. 3800 FEET.
Feb 2, 4:30 AM ESTSNOW 5.254 W Cove Creek, NCPUBLIC REPORTED 5.25 INCH, 17NW WAYNESVILLE, 2600'
Feb 2, 5:00 AM ESTSNOW 32 Nw Waynesville, NCBROADCAST MEDIA REPORTED 3 INCHES ACCUMULATION WITH MODERATE SNOW STILL FALLING AT 3800' ELEVATION.
Feb 2, 6:00 AM ESTSNOW 0.72 Ese Waynesville, NCELEVATION 2850 FT
Feb 2, 6:54 AM ESTSNOW 7Mars Hill, NCPUBLIC REPORTED 6-8 IN MARS HILLS
Feb 2, 8:00 AM ESTSNOW 1Luada, NC
Feb 2, 8:00 AM ESTSNOW 1.5Waynesville, NCLIGHT SNOW STILL FALLING. SECONDARY ROADS REMAIN COVERED.
Feb 2, 8:06 AM ESTSNOW 55 Nne Burnsville, NC
Feb 2, 8:06 AM ESTSNOW 63 Ese Newland, NCELEVATION 3640 FT.
Feb 2, 9:20 AM ESTSNOW 3Lake Junaluska, NC
Feb 2, 9:30 AM ESTSNOW 4Clyde, NCBLOWING SNOW AND SLICK ROADS.
Feb 2, 10:40 AM ESTSNOW 85 Nne Faust, NC2-3 INCH DRIFTS
Feb 2, 10:52 AM ESTSNOW 42 Sse Whiterock, NC
Feb 2, 12:06 PM ESTSNOW 83 Nnw Faust, NCSAMS GAP. LARGE DRIFTS IN THE AREA.

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 12:00Z, 8.1 hours before the alert went out and 261 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 2021-01-31Temperature 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 12:00Z on 2021-01-31The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 860 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
515 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
88 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
860 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
1053 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

790 
WWUS42 KGSP 312003
WSWGSP

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Greenville-Spartanburg SC
303 PM EST Sun Jan 31 2021

...MODERATE TO HEAVY SNOWFALL WILL RETURN TONIGHT THROUGH EARLY 
TUESDAY FOR PORTIONS OF THE MOUNTAINS...

.Low pressure system will continue pushing through the area and
eventually up the coast tonight and into Monday. The upper low 
associated with this system will bring the potential for periods 
of heavy snow to the North Carolina mountains, focused near the 
Tennessee border late tonight through early Tuesday.

NCZ051-052-058-010945-
/O.UPG.KGSP.WS.A.0004.210201T0600Z-210202T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KGSP.WW.Y.0008.210201T0500Z-210202T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KGSP.WS.W.0004.210201T0500Z-210202T1800Z/
Swain-Haywood-Graham-
Including the cities of Alarka, Almond, Bryson City, Luada, 
Wesser, Waynesville, Waterville, Canton, Cruso, Cove Creek, 
Robbinsville, and Stecoah
303 PM EST Sun Jan 31 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TO 1 PM EST 
TUESDAY ABOVE 3500 FEET... 
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TO 1 PM EST 
TUESDAY BELOW 3500 FEET...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected. Total
  snow accumulations of up to 6 to 12 inches with locally higher 
  amounts. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. For the Winter Weather
  Advisory, snow expected. Total snow accumulations of up to 4 
  inches.

* WHERE...Swain, Haywood and Graham Counties.

* WHEN...From midnight to 1 PM EST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening
  commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow means severe winter weather
conditions are expected or occurring. Significant amounts of snow
are forecast that will make travel dangerous. Only travel in an
emergency. If you must travel, keep a flashlight, food, and water
in your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow
will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow
covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while
driving. 

Please report snow and ice accumulations by calling the National
Weather Service toll free at...1...800...2 6 7...8 1 0 1. Leave a
message with your observation and the specific location where it
occurred. You can also post your report to National Weather
Service Greenville Spartanburg Facebook or tweet your report
using hashtag nwsgsp. 

Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio or your favorite source of
weather information for the latest updates. Additional details
can be found at www.weather.gov/gsp. The latest state road
conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

NCZ033-049-050-010945-
/O.NEW.KGSP.WS.W.0004.210201T0500Z-210202T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KGSP.WW.Y.0008.210201T0500Z-210202T1800Z/
Avery-Yancey-Mitchell-
Including the cities of Ingalls, Banner Elk, Newland, Swiss, 
Burnsville, Celo, Micaville, Ramseytown, Busick, Spruce Pine, 
and Poplar
303 PM EST Sun Jan 31 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TO 1 PM EST 
TUESDAY ABOVE 3500 FEET... 
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TO 1 PM EST 
TUESDAY BELOW 3500 FEET...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected. Total
  snow accumulations of up 4 to 8 inches with locally higher
  amounts. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. For the Winter 
  Weather Advisory, snow expected. Total snow accumulations of up 
  to 3 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Avery, Yancey and Mitchell Counties.

* WHEN...From midnight to 1 PM EST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow means severe winter weather
conditions are expected or occurring. Significant amounts of snow
are forecast that will make travel dangerous. Only travel in an
emergency. If you must travel, keep a flashlight, food, and water
in your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow
will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow
covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while
driving. 

Please report snow and ice accumulations by calling the National
Weather Service toll free at...1...800...2 6 7...8 1 0 1. Leave a
message with your observation and the specific location where it
occurred. You can also post your report to National Weather
Service Greenville Spartanburg Facebook or tweet your report
using hashtag nwsgsp. 

Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio or your favorite source of
weather information for the latest updates. Additional details
can be found at www.weather.gov/gsp. The latest state road
conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

NCZ048-010945-
/O.UPG.KGSP.WS.A.0004.210201T0600Z-210202T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KGSP.WS.W.0004.210201T0500Z-210202T1800Z/
Madison-
Including the cities of Faust, Mars Hill, Marshall, Walnut, 
Allenstand, Hot Springs, and Luck
303 PM EST Sun Jan 31 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TO 1 PM EST 
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8
  inches with locally higher amounts. Winds gusting as high as 35
  mph.

* WHERE...Madison County.

* WHEN...From midnight to 1 PM EST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening
  commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow means severe winter weather
conditions are expected or occurring. Significant amounts of snow
are forecast that will make travel dangerous. Only travel in an
emergency. If you must travel, keep a flashlight, food, and water
in your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

Please report snow and ice accumulations by calling the National
Weather Service toll free at...1...800...2 6 7...8 1 0 1. Leave a
message with your observation and the specific location where it
occurred. You can also post your report to National Weather
Service Greenville Spartanburg Facebook or tweet your report
using hashtag nwsgsp. 

Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio or your favorite source of
weather information for the latest updates. Additional details
can be found at www.weather.gov/gsp. The latest state road
conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

NCZ053-010945-
/O.NEW.KGSP.WW.Y.0008.210201T0500Z-210202T1800Z/
Buncombe-
303 PM EST Sun Jan 31 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TO 1 PM EST 
TUESDAY ABOVE 3500 FEET...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of up to 3 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Buncombe County.

* WHEN...From midnight to 1 PM EST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous
  conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow
will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow
covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while
driving. 

Please report snow and ice accumulations by calling the National
Weather Service toll free at...1...800...2 6 7...8 1 0 1. Leave a
message with your observation and the specific location where it
occurred. You can also post your report to National Weather
Service Greenville Spartanburg Facebook or tweet your report
using hashtag nwsgsp. 

Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio or your favorite source of
weather information for the latest updates. Additional details
can be found at www.weather.gov/gsp. The latest state road
conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

CAC
7 follow-up statements
558 
WWUS42 KGSP 010920
WSWGSP

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Greenville-Spartanburg SC
420 AM EST Mon Feb 1 2021

...HEAVY SNOWFALL EXPECTED OVER PORTIONS OF THE NORTH CAROLINA 
MOUNTAINS THROUGH TUESDAY MORNING...

.Snow is expected to develop across the mountains, primarily in
the counties bordering Tennessee this morning, as an upper level 
low pressure area passes near the region. Snow showers will 
continue tonight into tomorrow as strong and cold northwest winds
push moisture up the western slopes of the Appalachians. Periods 
of heavy snow are expected in the higher elevations, and even in 
the valleys along the immediate Tennessee border, likely resulting
in significant accumulations. 

NCZ033-049>052-058-011700-
/O.CON.KGSP.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-210202T1800Z/
/O.CON.KGSP.WW.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-210202T1800Z/
Avery-Yancey-Mitchell-Swain-Haywood-Graham-
Including the cities of Ingalls, Banner Elk, Newland, Swiss, 
Burnsville, Celo, Micaville, Ramseytown, Busick, Spruce Pine, 
Poplar, Alarka, Almond, Bryson City, Luada, Wesser, Waynesville, 
Waterville, Canton, Cruso, Cove Creek, Robbinsville, and Stecoah
420 AM EST Mon Feb 1 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST TUESDAY
ABOVE 3500 FEET...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST
TUESDAY BELOW 3500 FEET...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow. Additional snow
  accumulations of 6 to 12 inches, with locally higher amounts.
  Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. Gusty winds will result in
  areas of blowing snow tonight. For the Winter Weather Advisory,
  snow. Snow accumulations of up to 3 inches in the population 
  centers of Robbinsville, Bryson City, Waynesville, Burnsville, 
  Spruce Pine, and Newland. Snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches in
  the valleys immediately along the Tennessee border. Winds 
  gusting as high as 40 mph. 

* WHERE...The Tennessee border counties of North Carolina.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult, and will likely become
  impossible over the higher elevations. The hazardous conditions
  could impact the morning and evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow means severe winter weather
conditions are expected or occurring. Significant amounts of snow
are forecast that will make travel dangerous. Only travel in an
emergency. If you must travel, keep a flashlight, food, and water
in your vehicle in case of an emergency.

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow
will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow
covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while
driving.

Please report snow and ice accumulations by calling the National
Weather Service toll free at...1...800...2 6 7...8 1 0 1. Leave a
message with your observation and the specific location where it
occurred. You can also post your report to National Weather
Service Greenville Spartanburg Facebook or tweet your report
using hashtag nwsgsp.

Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio or your favorite source of
weather information for the latest updates. Additional details
can be found at www.weather.gov/gsp. The latest state road
conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

NCZ048-011700-
/O.CON.KGSP.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-210202T1800Z/
Madison-
Including the cities of Faust, Mars Hill, Marshall, Walnut, 
Allenstand, Hot Springs, and Luck
420 AM EST Mon Feb 1 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Snow accumulations of 2 to 6 inches in areas
  around Marshall and Mars Hill, with 6-12 inches along the 
  immediate Tennessee border. Wind gusts as high as 35 mph 
  tonight. Areas of blowing snow are likely tonight, especially in
  the high elevations. 
 
* WHERE...Madison County.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow means severe winter weather
conditions are expected or occurring. Significant amounts of snow
are forecast that will make travel dangerous. Only travel in an
emergency. If you must travel, keep a flashlight, food, and water
in your vehicle in case of an emergency.

Please report snow and ice accumulations by calling the National
Weather Service toll free at...1...800...2 6 7...8 1 0 1. Leave a
message with your observation and the specific location where it
occurred. You can also post your report to National Weather
Service Greenville Spartanburg Facebook or tweet your report
using hashtag nwsgsp.

Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio or your favorite source of
weather information for the latest updates. Additional details
can be found at www.weather.gov/gsp. The latest state road
conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

NCZ053-011700-
/O.CON.KGSP.WW.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-210202T1800Z/
Buncombe-
420 AM EST Mon Feb 1 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST
TUESDAY ABOVE 3500 FEET...

* WHAT...Snow. Snow accumulations of up to 4 inches. Winds 
  gusting as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...The high elevations of Buncombe County. The lower
  elevations in the central and southern part of the county,
  including the city of Asheville will see little to no
  accumulation. The northern part of the county, including
  Weaverville and vicinity could see an inch or two.
 
* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult across the high
  elevations. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow
will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow
covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while
driving.

Please report snow and ice accumulations by calling the National
Weather Service toll free at...1...800...2 6 7...8 1 0 1. Leave a
message with your observation and the specific location where it
occurred. You can also post your report to National Weather
Service Greenville Spartanburg Facebook or tweet your report
using hashtag nwsgsp.

Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio or your favorite source of
weather information for the latest updates. Additional details
can be found at www.weather.gov/gsp. The latest state road
conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$
Lane
647 
WWUS42 KGSP 011506
WSWGSP

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Greenville-Spartanburg SC
1006 AM EST Mon Feb 1 2021

...HEAVY SNOWFALL EXPECTED OVER PORTIONS OF THE NORTH CAROLINA
MOUNTAINS THROUGH TUESDAY MORNING...

.Snow is expected to develop across the mountains, primarily in
the counties bordering Tennessee this morning, as an upper level
low pressure area passes near the region. Snow showers will
continue tonight into tomorrow as strong and cold northwest winds
push moisture up the western slopes of the Appalachians. Periods
of heavy snow are expected in the higher elevations, and even in
the valleys along the immediate Tennessee border, likely
resulting in significant accumulations.

NCZ033-049>052-058-012315-
/O.CON.KGSP.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-210202T1800Z/
/O.CON.KGSP.WW.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-210202T1800Z/
Avery-Yancey-Mitchell-Swain-Haywood-Graham-
Including the cities of Ingalls, Banner Elk, Newland, Swiss, 
Burnsville, Celo, Micaville, Ramseytown, Busick, Spruce Pine, 
Poplar, Alarka, Almond, Bryson City, Luada, Wesser, Waynesville, 
Waterville, Canton, Cruso, Cove Creek, Robbinsville, and Stecoah
1006 AM EST Mon Feb 1 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST TUESDAY
ABOVE 3500 FEET...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST
TUESDAY BELOW 3500 FEET...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow. Additional 
  snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches, with locally higher 
  amounts. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. Gusty winds will 
  result in areas of blowing snow tonight. For the Winter 
  Weather Advisory, snow. Snow accumulations of up to 3 inches 
  in the population centers of Robbinsville, Bryson City, 
  Waynesville, Burnsville, Spruce Pine, and Newland. Snow 
  accumulations of 4 to 8 inches in the valleys immediately 
  along the Tennessee border. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...The Tennessee border counties of North Carolina.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult, and will likely 
  become impossible over the higher elevations. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning and evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow means severe winter weather
conditions are expected or occurring. Significant amounts of snow
are forecast that will make travel dangerous. Only travel in an
emergency. If you must travel, keep a flashlight, food, and water
in your vehicle in case of an emergency.

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow
will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow
covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while
driving.

Please report snow and ice accumulations by calling the National
Weather Service toll free at...1...800...2 6 7...8 1 0 1. Leave a
message with your observation and the specific location where it
occurred. You can also post your report to National Weather
Service Greenville Spartanburg Facebook or tweet your report
using hashtag nwsgsp.

Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio or your favorite source of
weather information for the latest updates. Additional details
can be found at www.weather.gov/gsp. The latest state road
conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

NCZ048-012315-
/O.CON.KGSP.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-210202T1800Z/
Madison-
Including the cities of Faust, Mars Hill, Marshall, Walnut, 
Allenstand, Hot Springs, and Luck
1006 AM EST Mon Feb 1 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Snow accumulations of 2 to 6 inches in areas
  around Marshall and Mars Hill, with 6 to 12 inches along the 
  immediate Tennessee border. Wind gusts as high as 35 mph 
  tonight. Areas of blowing snow are likely tonight, especially in
  the high elevations.

* WHERE...Madison County.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow means severe winter weather
conditions are expected or occurring. Significant amounts of snow
are forecast that will make travel dangerous. Only travel in an
emergency. If you must travel, keep a flashlight, food, and water
in your vehicle in case of an emergency.

Please report snow and ice accumulations by calling the National
Weather Service toll free at...1...800...2 6 7...8 1 0 1. Leave a
message with your observation and the specific location where it
occurred. You can also post your report to National Weather
Service Greenville Spartanburg Facebook or tweet your report
using hashtag nwsgsp.

Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio or your favorite source of
weather information for the latest updates. Additional details
can be found at www.weather.gov/gsp. The latest state road
conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

NCZ053-012315-
/O.CON.KGSP.WW.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-210202T1800Z/
Buncombe-
1006 AM EST Mon Feb 1 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST
TUESDAY ABOVE 3500 FEET...

* WHAT...Snow. Snow accumulations of up to 4 inches. Winds 
  gusting as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...The high elevations of Buncombe County. The lower 
  elevations in the central and southern part of the county, 
  including the city of Asheville will see little to no 
  accumulation. The northern part of the county, including 
  Weaverville and vicinity could see an inch or two.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult across the high 
  elevations.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow
will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow
covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while
driving.

Please report snow and ice accumulations by calling the National
Weather Service toll free at...1...800...2 6 7...8 1 0 1. Leave a
message with your observation and the specific location where it
occurred. You can also post your report to National Weather
Service Greenville Spartanburg Facebook or tweet your report
using hashtag nwsgsp.

Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio or your favorite source of
weather information for the latest updates. Additional details
can be found at www.weather.gov/gsp. The latest state road
conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$
CAC
857 
WWUS42 KGSP 011950
WSWGSP

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Greenville-Spartanburg SC
250 PM EST Mon Feb 1 2021

...HEAVY SNOWFALL EXPECTED OVER PORTIONS OF THE NORTH CAROLINA
MOUNTAINS THROUGH TUESDAY MORNING...

.Snow is expected to develop across the mountains, primarily in
the counties bordering Tennessee. Snow showers will continue 
tonight into tomorrow as strong and cold northwest winds push 
moisture up the western slopes of the Appalachians. Periods of 
heavy snow are expected in the higher elevations, and even in the 
valleys along the immediate Tennessee border, likely resulting in 
significant accumulations.

NCZ033-049>052-058-020400-
/O.CON.KGSP.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-210202T1800Z/
/O.CON.KGSP.WW.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-210202T1800Z/
Avery-Yancey-Mitchell-Swain-Haywood-Graham-
Including the cities of Ingalls, Banner Elk, Newland, Swiss, 
Burnsville, Celo, Micaville, Ramseytown, Busick, Spruce Pine, 
Poplar, Alarka, Almond, Bryson City, Luada, Wesser, Waynesville, 
Waterville, Canton, Cruso, Cove Creek, Robbinsville, and Stecoah
250 PM EST Mon Feb 1 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST TUESDAY
ABOVE 3500 FEET...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST
TUESDAY BELOW 3500 FEET...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow. Additional snow
  accumulations of 4 to 8 inches, with locally higher amounts.
  Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. Gusty winds will result in
  areas of blowing snow tonight. For the Winter Weather Advisory,
  snow. Snow accumulations of up to 3 inches in the population
  centers of Robbinsville, Bryson City, Waynesville, Burnsville,
  Spruce Pine, and Newland. Additional snow accumulations of 3 to
  6 inches in the valleys immediately along the Tennessee border.
  Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...The Tennessee border counties of North Carolina.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult, and will likely 
  become impossible over the higher elevations. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning and evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow means severe winter weather
conditions are expected or occurring. Significant amounts of snow
are forecast that will make travel dangerous. Only travel in an
emergency. If you must travel, keep a flashlight, food, and water
in your vehicle in case of an emergency.

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow
will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow
covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while
driving.

Please report snow and ice accumulations by calling the National
Weather Service toll free at...1...800...2 6 7...8 1 0 1. Leave a
message with your observation and the specific location where it
occurred. You can also post your report to National Weather
Service Greenville Spartanburg Facebook or tweet your report
using hashtag nwsgsp.

Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio or your favorite source of
weather information for the latest updates. Additional details
can be found at www.weather.gov/gsp. The latest state road
conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

NCZ048-020400-
/O.CON.KGSP.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-210202T1800Z/
Madison-
Including the cities of Faust, Mars Hill, Marshall, Walnut, 
Allenstand, Hot Springs, and Luck
250 PM EST Mon Feb 1 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 4
  inches in areas around Marshall and Mars Hill, 4 to 8 inches
  along the immediate Tennessee border with locally higher 
  amounts. Wind gusts as high as 35 to 45 mph tonight. Areas of 
  blowing snow are likely tonight, especially in the high 
  elevations.

* WHERE...Madison County.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The 
  hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening 
  commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow means severe winter weather
conditions are expected or occurring. Significant amounts of snow
are forecast that will make travel dangerous. Only travel in an
emergency. If you must travel, keep a flashlight, food, and water
in your vehicle in case of an emergency.

Please report snow and ice accumulations by calling the National
Weather Service toll free at...1...800...2 6 7...8 1 0 1. Leave a
message with your observation and the specific location where it
occurred. You can also post your report to National Weather
Service Greenville Spartanburg Facebook or tweet your report
using hashtag nwsgsp.

Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio or your favorite source of
weather information for the latest updates. Additional details
can be found at www.weather.gov/gsp. The latest state road
conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

NCZ053-020400-
/O.CON.KGSP.WW.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-210202T1800Z/
Buncombe-
250 PM EST Mon Feb 1 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST
TUESDAY ABOVE 3500 FEET...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches. 
  Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...The high elevations of Buncombe County. The lower
  elevations in the central and southern part of the county,
  including the city of Asheville will see little to no
  accumulation. The northern part of the county, including
  Weaverville and vicinity could see additional inch.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult across the high 
  elevations.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow
will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow
covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while
driving.

Please report snow and ice accumulations by calling the National
Weather Service toll free at...1...800...2 6 7...8 1 0 1. Leave a
message with your observation and the specific location where it
occurred. You can also post your report to National Weather
Service Greenville Spartanburg Facebook or tweet your report
using hashtag nwsgsp.

Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio or your favorite source of
weather information for the latest updates. Additional details
can be found at www.weather.gov/gsp. The latest state road
conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

CAC
661 
WWUS42 KGSP 020333
WSWGSP

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Greenville-Spartanburg SC
1033 PM EST Mon Feb 1 2021

...HEAVY SNOWFALL EXPECTED OVER PORTIONS OF THE NORTH CAROLINA
MOUNTAINS THROUGH MORNING...

.Snow showers will continue near the border of North Carolina 
and Tennessee as strong and cold northwest winds push moisture up
the western slopes of the Appalachians. Periods of heavy snow are
expected in the higher elevations, and even in the valleys along 
the immediate Tennessee border, likely resulting in significant 
accumulations.

NCZ033-049>052-058-021000-
/O.CON.KGSP.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-210202T1800Z/
/O.CON.KGSP.WW.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-210202T1800Z/
Avery-Yancey-Mitchell-Swain-Haywood-Graham-
Including the cities of Ingalls, Banner Elk, Newland, Swiss, 
Burnsville, Celo, Micaville, Ramseytown, Busick, Spruce Pine, 
Poplar, Alarka, Almond, Bryson City, Luada, Wesser, Waynesville, 
Waterville, Canton, Cruso, Cove Creek, Robbinsville, and Stecoah
1033 PM EST Mon Feb 1 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST TUESDAY
ABOVE 3500 FEET...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST
TUESDAY BELOW 3500 FEET...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow. Additional snow
  accumulations of 4 to 7 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.
  Gusty winds will result in areas of blowing snow tonight. For
  the Winter Weather Advisory, snow. Additional accumulations of 3
  to 6 inches in the valleys immediately along the Tennessee
  border, and 1 to 3 inches in the more populated areas. Winds
  gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...The Tennessee border counties of North Carolina.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult, or even impossible at
  high elevations. Visibility may drop to near zero in heavy snow.
  The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute.
  Strong winds could cause limbs or weak trees to fall, causing 
  isolated power outages.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wind chills will be in the single digits in
  lower elevations, and below zero in high elevations.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow means severe winter weather
conditions are expected or occurring. Significant amounts of snow
are forecast that will make travel dangerous. Only travel in an
emergency. If you must travel, keep a flashlight, food, and water
in your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow
will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow
covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while
driving. 

Please report snow and ice accumulations by calling the National
Weather Service toll free at...1...800...2 6 7...8 1 0 1. Leave a
message with your observation and the specific location where it
occurred. You can also post your report to National Weather
Service Greenville Spartanburg Facebook or tweet your report
using hashtag nwsgsp. 

Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio or your favorite source of
weather information for the latest updates. Additional details
can be found at www.weather.gov/gsp. The latest state road
conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

NCZ048-021000-
/O.CON.KGSP.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-210202T1800Z/
Madison-
Including the cities of Faust, Mars Hill, Marshall, Walnut, 
Allenstand, Hot Springs, and Luck
1033 PM EST Mon Feb 1 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 4
  inches in areas around Marshall and Mars Hill, and 4 to 8 inches
  along the immediate Tennessee border, with locally higher
  amounts. Wind gusts as high as 45 mph. Areas of blowing snow are
  likely at high elevations.

* WHERE...Madison County.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult, or even impossible at
  high elevations. Visibility may drop to near zero in heavy snow.
  The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute.
  Strong winds could cause limbs or weak trees to fall, causing 
  isolated power outages.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wind chills will be in the single digits 
  in lower elevations, and below zero in high elevations.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow means severe winter weather
conditions are expected or occurring. Significant amounts of snow
are forecast that will make travel dangerous. Only travel in an
emergency. If you must travel, keep a flashlight, food, and water
in your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

Please report snow and ice accumulations by calling the National
Weather Service toll free at...1...800...2 6 7...8 1 0 1. Leave a
message with your observation and the specific location where it
occurred. You can also post your report to National Weather
Service Greenville Spartanburg Facebook or tweet your report
using hashtag nwsgsp. 

Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio or your favorite source of
weather information for the latest updates. Additional details
can be found at www.weather.gov/gsp. The latest state road
conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

NCZ053-021000-
/O.CON.KGSP.WW.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-210202T1800Z/
Buncombe-
1033 PM EST Mon Feb 1 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST
TUESDAY ABOVE 3500 FEET...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to two 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph.

* WHERE...The higher elevations of Buncombe County, where up to 2
  inches additional accumulation may fall. Most areas in the city
  of Asheville are not expected to see more than one inch
  additional accumulation.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous
  conditions could impact the morning commute. Strong winds could
  cause limbs or weak trees to fall, causing isolated power 
  outages.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wind chills will be below zero at these
  high elevations.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow
will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow
covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while
driving. 

Please report snow and ice accumulations by calling the National
Weather Service toll free at...1...800...2 6 7...8 1 0 1. Leave a
message with your observation and the specific location where it
occurred. You can also post your report to National Weather
Service Greenville Spartanburg Facebook or tweet your report
using hashtag nwsgsp. 

Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio or your favorite source of
weather information for the latest updates. Additional details
can be found at www.weather.gov/gsp. The latest state road
conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$
Wimberley
645 
WWUS42 KGSP 020851
WSWGSP

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Greenville-Spartanburg SC
351 AM EST Tue Feb 2 2021

...SNOW SHOWERS SLOWLY WINDING DOWN ACROSS THE NORTH CAROLINA 
MOUNTAINS...

.Snow showers will continue over the North Carolina mountains  
as strong and cold northwest winds push moisture up the western 
slopes of the Appalachians. Although these will continue to 
generally decrease in coverage and intensity, additional 
accumulations are expected, mainly in areas along the immediate 
Tennessee border.

NCZ053-021000-
/O.CAN.KGSP.WW.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-210202T1800Z/
Buncombe-
351 AM EST Tue Feb 2 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

Flurries and occasional snow showers will persist across Buncombe
County this morning. Some areas could see additional accumulation
of up to an inch or so, mainly across the northern part of the 
county and in the higher elevations, but this is not enough to 
warrant continuing the Advisory. 

$$

NCZ033-049>052-058-021800-
/O.CON.KGSP.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-210202T1800Z/
/O.CON.KGSP.WW.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-210202T1800Z/
Avery-Yancey-Mitchell-Swain-Haywood-Graham-
Including the cities of Ingalls, Banner Elk, Newland, Swiss, 
Burnsville, Celo, Micaville, Ramseytown, Busick, Spruce Pine, 
Poplar, Alarka, Almond, Bryson City, Luada, Wesser, Waynesville, 
Waterville, Canton, Cruso, Cove Creek, Robbinsville, and Stecoah
351 AM EST Tue Feb 2 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST THIS
AFTERNOON ABOVE 3500 FEET...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST THIS
AFTERNOON BELOW 3500 FEET...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow. Additional snow
  accumulations of 2 to 6 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.
  Areas of blowing snow are likely, mainly across the higher
  elevations. For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow. Additional
  accumulations of 1 to 3 inches in the valleys along the
  immediate Tennessee border, and less than an inch in the 
  populated areas around Robbinsville, Bryson City, Waynesville 
  and vicinity, Burnsville, Spruce Pine, and Newland. Winds 
  gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...The Tennessee border counties of North Carolina.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult, or even impossible at
  high elevations. Visibility may drop to near zero in areas of
  blowing snow. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning
  commute. Strong winds could cause limbs or weak trees to fall, 
  causing isolated power outages.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wind chills this morning will be in the 
  single digits in lower elevations, and below zero in high 
  elevations.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow means severe winter weather
conditions are expected or occurring. Significant amounts of snow
are forecast that will make travel dangerous. Only travel in an
emergency. If you must travel, keep a flashlight, food, and water
in your vehicle in case of an emergency.

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow
will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow
covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while
driving.

Please report snow and ice accumulations by calling the National
Weather Service toll free at...1...800...2 6 7...8 1 0 1. Leave a
message with your observation and the specific location where it
occurred. You can also post your report to National Weather
Service Greenville Spartanburg Facebook or tweet your report
using hashtag nwsgsp.

Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio or your favorite source of
weather information for the latest updates. Additional details
can be found at www.weather.gov/gsp. The latest state road
conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

NCZ048-021800-
/O.CON.KGSP.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-210202T1800Z/
Madison-
Including the cities of Faust, Mars Hill, Marshall, Walnut, 
Allenstand, Hot Springs, and Luck
351 AM EST Tue Feb 2 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to 3 inches, 
  with locally heavier amounts in the high elevations. Wind gusts 
  as high as 45 mph. Areas of blowing snow are likely at high 
  elevations.

* WHERE...Madison County.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult, or even impossible at
  high elevations. Visibility may drop to near zero in areas of
  blowing snow. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning
  commute. Strong winds could cause limbs or weak trees to fall, 
  causing isolated power outages.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wind chills this morning will be in the 
  single digits in lower elevations, and below zero in high 
  elevations.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow means severe winter weather
conditions are expected or occurring. Significant amounts of snow
are forecast that will make travel dangerous. Only travel in an
emergency. If you must travel, keep a flashlight, food, and water
in your vehicle in case of an emergency.

Please report snow and ice accumulations by calling the National
Weather Service toll free at...1...800...2 6 7...8 1 0 1. Leave a
message with your observation and the specific location where it
occurred. You can also post your report to National Weather
Service Greenville Spartanburg Facebook or tweet your report
using hashtag nwsgsp.

Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio or your favorite source of
weather information for the latest updates. Additional details
can be found at www.weather.gov/gsp. The latest state road
conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$
Lane
107 
WWUS42 KGSP 021404
WSWGSP

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Greenville-Spartanburg SC
904 AM EST Tue Feb 2 2021

...SNOW SHOWERS CONTINUING ACROSS THE NORTH CAROLINA MOUNTAINS...

.Snow showers will continue over the North Carolina mountains as
strong and cold northwest winds push moisture up the western
slopes of the Appalachians late this morning. A gradual decrease 
in coverage and intensity will occur this afternoon, but additional
accumulations are expected, mainly in areas along the immediate 
Tennessee border and in northern Buncombe County.

NCZ033-049>052-058-021800-
/O.CON.KGSP.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-210202T1800Z/
/O.CON.KGSP.WW.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-210202T1800Z/
Avery-Yancey-Mitchell-Swain-Haywood-Graham-
Including the cities of Ingalls, Banner Elk, Newland, Swiss, 
Burnsville, Celo, Micaville, Ramseytown, Busick, Spruce Pine, 
Poplar, Alarka, Almond, Bryson City, Luada, Wesser, Waynesville, 
Waterville, Canton, Cruso, Cove Creek, Robbinsville, and Stecoah
904 AM EST Tue Feb 2 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST THIS
AFTERNOON ABOVE 3500 FEET...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST THIS
AFTERNOON BELOW 3500 FEET...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow. Additional snow
  accumulations of up to one inch, bringing total accumulations up
  to 4 to 6 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph, with blowing
  snow likely. For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow. Additional
  snow accumulations of up to one inch, with total accumulations 2
  to 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph with blowing snow
  likely.

* WHERE...The Tennessee border counties of western North 
  Carolina.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult, or even impossible at
  high elevations. Visibility may drop to near zero in areas of
  blowing snow. The hazardous conditions will impact the morning
  and evening commutes. Strong winds could cause limbs or weak
  trees to fall, causing isolated power outages. The cold wind 
  chills as low as 5 below zero could result in hypothermia if 
  precautions are not taken.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow means severe winter weather
conditions are expected or occurring. Significant amounts of snow
are forecast that will make travel dangerous. Only travel in an
emergency. If you must travel, keep a flashlight, food, and water
in your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow
will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow
covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while
driving. 

Please report snow and ice accumulations by calling the National
Weather Service toll free at...1...800...2 6 7...8 1 0 1. Leave a
message with your observation and the specific location where it
occurred. You can also post your report to National Weather
Service Greenville Spartanburg Facebook or tweet your report
using hashtag nwsgsp. 

Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio or your favorite source of
weather information for the latest updates. Additional details
can be found at www.weather.gov/gsp. The latest state road
conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

NCZ048-021800-
/O.CON.KGSP.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-210202T1800Z/
Madison-
Including the cities of Faust, Mars Hill, Marshall, Walnut, 
Allenstand, Hot Springs, and Luck
904 AM EST Tue Feb 2 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 3
  inches, bringing total accumulations to 6 to 8 inches. Winds
  gusting as high as 40 mph. Areas of blowing snow are likely.

* WHERE...Madison County.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult, or even impossible at
  high elevations. Visibility may drop to near zero in areas of
  blowing snow. The hazardous conditions will impact the morning
  and evening commutes. Strong winds could cause limbs or weak 
  trees to fall, causing isolated power outages.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wind chills this morning will be in the 
  single digits in lower elevations, and below zero in high 
  elevations.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow means severe winter weather
conditions are expected or occurring. Significant amounts of snow
are forecast that will make travel dangerous. Only travel in an
emergency. If you must travel, keep a flashlight, food, and water
in your vehicle in case of an emergency. 

Please report snow and ice accumulations by calling the National
Weather Service toll free at...1...800...2 6 7...8 1 0 1. Leave a
message with your observation and the specific location where it
occurred. You can also post your report to National Weather
Service Greenville Spartanburg Facebook or tweet your report
using hashtag nwsgsp. 

Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio or your favorite source of
weather information for the latest updates. Additional details
can be found at www.weather.gov/gsp. The latest state road
conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

NCZ053-021800-
/O.EXA.KGSP.WW.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-210202T1800Z/
Buncombe-
Including the city of Asheville
904 AM EST Tue Feb 2 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Snow. Accumulations will vary widely across the county,
  with additional accumulations ranging from 1 to 3 inches in the
  northern end near the Madison County border, around an inch in
  the city of Asheville, and a dusting in the southern end. Winds
  will gust at as high as 50 mph at times, with some blowing snow,
  especially at the higher elevations.

* WHERE...Buncombe County.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The visibility will
  be reduced in blowing snow. Gusty winds could bring down tree
  branches, with isolated power outages. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow
will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow
covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while
driving. 

Please report snow and ice accumulations by calling the National
Weather Service toll free at...1...800...2 6 7...8 1 0 1. Leave a
message with your observation and the specific location where it
occurred. You can also post your report to National Weather
Service Greenville Spartanburg Facebook or tweet your report
using hashtag nwsgsp. 

Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio or your favorite source of
weather information for the latest updates. Additional details
can be found at www.weather.gov/gsp. The latest state road
conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

HG
624 
WWUS42 KGSP 021803
WSWGSP

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Greenville-Spartanburg SC
103 PM EST Tue Feb 2 2021

NCZ033-049>052-058-021915-
/O.EXP.KGSP.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-210202T1800Z/
/O.EXP.KGSP.WW.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-210202T1800Z/
Avery-Yancey-Mitchell-Swain-Haywood-Graham-
Including the cities of Banner Elk, Newland, and Waynesville
103 PM EST Tue Feb 2 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING HAS EXPIRED...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED...

Scattered snow showers may continue at times through tonight, and
very cold temperatures will cause hazardous travel conditions to
linger. However, additional widespread snow accumulations are not
likely and the Winter Weather Warnings and Advisories are being
allowed to expire. For further details on the lingering travel
issues, see the latest Special Weather Statement. 

$$

NCZ048-021915-
/O.EXP.KGSP.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-210202T1800Z/
Madison-
Including the cities of Faust, Mars Hill, Marshall, Walnut, 
Allenstand, Hot Springs, and Luck
103 PM EST Tue Feb 2 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING HAS EXPIRED...

Scattered snow showers may continue at times through tonight, and
very cold temperatures will cause hazardous travel conditions to
linger. However, additional widespread snow accumulations are not
likely and the Winter Weather Warnings and Advisories are being
allowed to expire. For further details on the lingering travel
issues, see the latest Special Weather Statement. 

$$

NCZ053-021915-
/O.EXP.KGSP.WW.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-210202T1800Z/
Buncombe-
103 PM EST Tue Feb 2 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED...

Scattered light snow showers may continue at times through late 
day in northern Buncombe County, and very cold temperatures will 
cause hazardous travel conditions to linger through tonight. 
However, additional widespread snow accumulations are not likely 
and the Winter Weather Advisories are being allowed to expire. 
For further details on the lingering travel issues, see the latest
Special Weather Statement. 

$$

HG

The office that day

Everything else NWS Greenville-Spartanburg, SC issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Jan 31, 4:33 AM ESTWinter Storm WatchGSPGraham, Haywood, Madison, Swain11 hr
Jan 31, 3:03 PM ESTWinter Weather AdvisoryGSPAvery, Buncombe, Graham, Haywood, Mitchell, Swain and 1 more46 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; local storm reports from the same archive; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.