Cold Weather Advisory 01/08/2025 01:48 for North Carolina, Virginia areas

Headline: 
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 8 at 4:48AM EST until January 9 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Blacksburg VA
Event: 
Cold Weather Advisory
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
January 8, 2025 - 1:48am
Expires: 
January 8, 2025 - 10:00am
Description: 
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 12 below expected. * WHERE...In North Carolina, Ashe and Watauga Counties. In Virginia, Grayson County. * WHEN...From midnight tonight to noon EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...The cold wind chills as low as 10 below zero could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...In addition to the cold, expect some light snow. Snow accumulations of an inch or two are possible, especially at the higher elevations across the western portions of the county.
Instruction: 
Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside.
Area Description: 
Ashe; Watauga; Grayson
Forcast Office: 
NWS Blacksburg VA