Wind Advisory

Locations Affected

Asheville, NC ∙ Newland, NC ∙ Weaverville, NC ∙ Bent Creek, NC ∙ Green Mountain, NC ∙ Fairview, NC ∙ Spruce Pine, NC ∙ Sugar Mountain, NC ∙ Asheville Airport, NC ∙ Poplar, NC

Full Alert Message

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Greenville-Spartanburg SC 156 AM EST Thu Jan 15 2026 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS EVENING ABOVE 3500 FEET... * WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected above 3500 feet. * WHERE...Elevations above 3500 feet in Buncombe County. * WHEN...Until 7 PM EST this evening. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure outdoor objects.

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