Special Weather Statement 01/03/2025 12:04 for North Carolina, Virginia areas

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued January 3 at 3:04PM EST by NWS Blacksburg VA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
January 3, 2025 - 12:04pm
Expires: 
January 3, 2025 - 12:30pm
Description: 
At 302 PM EST, a line of snow showers, heavy at times, was located along a line extending from near Galax to near Stratford. Movement was southeast at 25 mph. Winds in excess of 30 mph are possible with this area of snow. Locations impacted include... Galax... Sparta... Independence... Fries... Ennice... Cana... and Bottom. Visibilities will drop quickly to less than a mile in this area of snow. Conditions can deteriorate rapidly in winter weather situations. Be prepared for snow covered roads. Slow down and allow extra time when traveling.
Area Description: 
Alleghany; Surry; Grayson; Carroll
Forcast Office: 
NWS Blacksburg VA