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Winter Weather Advisory
Issued: 8:07 PM Jan. 14, 2026 – National Weather Service
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON EST THURSDAY ABOVE 3500 FEET... * WHAT...Snow expected above 3500 feet. Total snow accumulations mainly of 2 to 4 inches, with isolated ridges seeing up to 6 inches. * WHERE...Madison, Mitchell, and Yancey Counties. * WHEN...Until noon EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...The heavy snow will create snow covered roads and produce scattered power outages. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday evening and Thursday morning commutes. Strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. &&
Cold Weather Advisory
Issued: 6:02 PM Jan. 14, 2026 – National Weather Service
...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 7 AM EST FRIDAY ABOVE 3500 FEET... * WHAT...Very cold wind chills of 5 below to 13 below expected above 3500 feet. * WHERE...High elevations above 3500 feet in Graham, Haywood, Macon, Madison, Jackson, and Swain Counties. * WHEN...From midnight tonight to 7 AM EST Friday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 15 below zero could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not taken. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. &&
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