Winter Storm Warning Issued for Tazewell, Mercer, and Summers Counties Through Early Tuesday
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for parts of Virginia and West Virginia, warning of heavy snow and 35 mph wind gusts through 1 AM EST Tuesday.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Blacksburg, VA, has issued a Winter Storm Warning for portions of southwest Virginia and southern West Virginia. The alert remains in effect to address ongoing hazardous winter weather conditions.
Affected Areas
The following geographic regions are included in this warning:
- Virginia: Tazewell County
- West Virginia: Mercer and Summers Counties
What You Should Do
Travel is expected to be difficult. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Residents can obtain the latest road conditions for their state by calling 5 1 1.
Expected Conditions
- Snowfall: Heavy snow is occurring, with additional snow accumulations of up to one inch expected.
- Wind: Winds are forecast to gust as high as 35 mph.
- Impacts: Plan on slippery road conditions that may affect travel safety.
Timeline
The Winter Storm Warning is effective immediately and is scheduled to expire at 1:00 AM EST on Tuesday, February 24.
Source: NOAA Official Notice
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