Both Saturday and Sunday will be sizzling, with afternoon temperatures climbing to around 95 degrees. Add in the high humidity, and it'll feel more like the lower 100s during the hottest part of the day. Saturday's heat index could reach around 101 degrees, so if you're planning to spend time outside be sure to drink plenty of water, wear lightweight clothing, and find some shade or air conditioning whenever you can.
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.
A strong storm system moving across North Carolina is bringing high winds, flooding, downed trees, power outages and snow in some areas. Governor Roy Cooper is urging North Carolinians to exercise caution during this severe weather today.
