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Winter Storm Warning
Issued: 10:15 AM Feb. 23, 2026 – National Weather Service
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT EST
TONIGHT...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations up to 3 inches.
Winds gusting as high as 60 mph.

* WHERE...Avery County.

* WHEN...Until midnight EST tonight.

* IMPACTS...The heavy snow will create snow covered roads and
produce scattered power outages. The hazardous conditions could
impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. Strong winds could
cause extensive damage to trees and power lines.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting as high as 50 mph could result
in areas of blowing snow and very low visibility today.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.

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