Tuesday is shaping up to feel much more like early summer around the Carolinas. Weβll wake up to plenty of sunshine and a warmer start to the day, with afternoon temperatures quickly climbing into the low 80s. Itβll also turn a bit breezy by the afternoon, with wind gusts around 25 mph at times as our next weather maker starts getting closer. Enjoy the dry weather while it lasts, because changes begin moving in late Tuesday night.
The Department of Transportation in Newton says they have prepped the roads with 22,000 gallons of brine ahead of the storm.
The American Red Cross is encouraging residents to be prepared in advance for the winter storms forecasted for tonight.
Governor Pat McCrory is urging North Carolinians to prepare for winter weather.
NCDOT brine crews working through the night to get ahead of the ice threat Thursday morning.
The snow has stopped, but temperatures will remain below freezing. The biggest concern Wednesday night will be black ice.
Crews are working to keep roads clear as the first of two winter storms moves into the WCCB Charlotte viewing area.
Black Ice Possible Tonight, Major Winter Storm Thursday Night Through Saturday Morning
Snow showers and flurries are possible Wednesday afternoon and evening- and a much bigger storm will impact the area Friday.
