CHARLOTTE, N.C. — WCCB Chief Meteorologist Greg Armbrecht has a break down of what to expect as a massive winter storm gradually moves away from the area.
CHARLOTTE
Additional light snow accumulations are likely before the storm ends, flurries will end early Saturday morning. Dangerous travel conditions will linger into Sunday morning.
Timing– Most of the snow will end by or before 9am Saturday.
Snow and Ice Totals– Total snow accumulations will be 1-3 inches south of Charlotte and 3-6 inches north of Charlotte. Significant ice accumulation is likely and will range from 1/4 to 1/2 of an inch. This is a dangerous amount of ice.
Impacts– Power outages, dangerous driving conditions, airport delays, and trees being knocked down are all likely.
FOOTHILLS
A few lingering snow showers are possible until noon Saturday. Black ice will continue to be a threat Saturday night before temperatures warm above freezing Sunday.
Timing– Most of the snow will end by or before noon Saturday.
Snow and Ice Totals– 7-12 inches of snow and sleet is possible. The highest amounts will be in the higher elevations with lesser amounts likely as you drop in elevation.
Impacts– Power outages, dangerous driving conditions, and trees being knocked down are all likely.
MOUNTAINS
Snow showers will linger until noon Saturday with flurries possible into the afternoon. 12 or more inches of snow and sleet is likely at or above 3,500 feet. Black ice will continue to be a threat Saturday night into Sunday.
Timing– Snow showers will continue until noon Saturday. Flurries are possible until sunset.
Snow and Ice Totals– 12 inches of snow and sleet is likely above 3,500 feet. The higher you go in elevation the more likely it is to see more snow.
Impacts– Power outages, dangerous driving conditions, and trees being knocked down are all likely.
