Governor Cooper, NCDOT Crews Remind Residents To Prepare For Winter Weather
As North Carolina prepares for a winter storm the third weekend in a row, Governor Cooper and state leaders remind residents to get ready.
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As North Carolina prepares for a winter storm the third weekend in a row, Governor Cooper and state leaders remind residents to get ready.
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Governor Roy Cooper urged North Carolina residents to stay home on Saturday and stay safe, as most roads remain covered in ice and snow and thousands of residents are without power.
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Charlotte broke a 39-year-old record on Friday when 1.9 inches of snow fell during a winter storm, according to the National Weather Service.
Snow coverage will increase this evening. With snow and temperatures falling into the teens and 20s, roads will become slick.
In response to a second blast of winter weather, Mecklenburg County leaders will be expanding shelter operations and capacity to support the needs of those experiencing homelessness.
Transportation crews across the Carolinas are prepared to work around the clock to get roads clear as forecasts call for a second winter storm in less than a week.
Several schools in the WCCB viewing area will be closed, delayed or going fully remote on Friday, January 21st due to the possibility of inclement weather.Β
Snowfall totals not looking the greatest for this storm locally, but far eastern zones could still see a wintry mix Friday.
Governor Roy Cooper has signed a state of emergency in advance of the second winter storm to move through the state in a week.
Satellite imagery shows snow and sleet covered ground across the Carolinas.
A winter storm watch goes into effect for part of the region Thursday night through early Saturday.
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