By Tuesday, the heat isn't going anywhere. Afternoon highs will once again reach the mid 90s with plenty of sunshine and just a few fair-weather clouds. Rain chances become even more limited as a strong area of high pressure builds overhead, setting the stage for an even hotter stretch through the second half of the week.
Kent Greene with Iredell County Emergency Management says preparations are underway for the winter storm.
Avery County Schools will be closed on Friday, January 14th due to the possibility of snow.
We have a chance to make another good dent in the drought monitor with widespread rain in the forecast on Sunday. The latest drought monitor (valid January 4th) shows improving drought conditions across both North and South Carolina. North…
Several schools in the WCCB viewing area will be closed or going fully remote on Friday, January 7th due to the possibility of inclement weather.
Frigid air is spilling into the Carolinas. Bundle up, stay warm and do not forget your 5 Ps of winter preparedness!
Winter Weather Alerts are now in effect for parts of the region through Friday morning.
Another system will bring snow to the mountains on Thursday with scattered showers expected across the Piedmont.
Wet streets and sidewalks will turn to ice as temperatures fall below freezing overnight.
