Winter Weather Advisory

Locations Affected

Old Black, NC ∙ Waynesville, NC ∙ Burnsville, NC ∙ Bakersville, NC ∙ Bryson City, NC ∙ Walnut, NC ∙ Cold Mountain, NC ∙ Green Mountain, NC ∙ Spruce Pine, NC ∙ Hazelwood, NC

Full Alert Message

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Greenville-Spartanburg SC 150 PM EST Sat Feb 21 2026 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO MIDNIGHT EST MONDAY NIGHT ABOVE 3500 FEET... * WHAT...Snow expected above 3500 feet. Total snow accumulations mainly between 3 and 7 inches, with a foot or more possible on the high peaks of the Smokies. Up to an inch is possible in the valleys beneath the Smokies. * WHERE...The high elevations of Swain County. * WHEN...From midnight tonight to midnight EST Monday Night. * IMPACTS...The heavy snow will make many roads impassable, mainly in the higher elevations. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds gusting from 35 to 45 mph could result in areas of blowing snow and very low visibility in the high elevations Sunday night and Monday. 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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