Winter Storm Warning

Full Alert Message

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC 433 AM EST Sat Jan 31 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST SUNDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected, with blizzard conditions possible. Total snow accumulations between 8 and 12 inches with locally higher amounts possible. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph. * WHERE...Mainland Dare and Tyrrell Counties, and Northern Outer Banks. * WHEN...Until 4 PM EST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Whiteout conditions are expected and will make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening. Strong winds could cause tree damage. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Persons should consider delaying all travel. Motorists should use extreme caution if travel is absolutely necessary.