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High Wind Warning
Issued: 6:09 PM Feb. 6, 2026 – National Weather Service
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 7 PM EST SATURDAY... ...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM SATURDAY TO 7 AM EST SUNDAY... * WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 to 60 mph, with 75 mph gusts on ridgetops expected. For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 10 below expected. * WHERE...Avery County. * WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, from 7 PM this evening to 7 PM EST Saturday. For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 1 AM Saturday to 7 AM EST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not taken. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A Winter Weather Advisory is also in effect for Avery County for snow accumulation through 7 am Saturday. Expect difficult travel on snow covered roads. The strong winds will result in areas of blowing snow that will sharply reduce the visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid being outside near trees. If caught outside, watch for falling debris or tree limbs. Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm and avoid windows and overhanging trees. Use caution if you must drive. 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. Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. &&
Cold Weather Advisory
Issued: 6:09 PM Feb. 6, 2026 – National Weather Service
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 7 PM EST SATURDAY... ...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM SATURDAY TO 7 AM EST SUNDAY... * WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 to 60 mph, with 75 mph gusts on ridgetops expected. For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 10 below expected. * WHERE...Avery County. * WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, from 7 PM this evening to 7 PM EST Saturday. For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 1 AM Saturday to 7 AM EST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not taken. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A Winter Weather Advisory is also in effect for Avery County for snow accumulation through 7 am Saturday. Expect difficult travel on snow covered roads. The strong winds will result in areas of blowing snow that will sharply reduce the visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid being outside near trees. If caught outside, watch for falling debris or tree limbs. Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm and avoid windows and overhanging trees. Use caution if you must drive. 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. Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. &&
Winter Weather Advisory
Issued: 5:55 PM Feb. 6, 2026 – National Weather Service
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST SATURDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 1 and 4 inches with isolated locations seeing 6 to 8 inches along the Tennessee border. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph, and up to 70 mph on higher ridgetops. * WHERE...Avery, Madison, Mitchell, and Yancey Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...The heavy snow will make many roads impassable and may produce widespread power outages due to the weight of the snow on tree limbs and power lines. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening commute. Very strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The very strong wind gusts will also result in areas of blowing snow late tonight and into Saturday morning, which could sharply reduce the visibility. 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. &&
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