Winter Storm Warning Issued for Tazewell and Mercer Counties; Up to 5 Inches of Snow Expected

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Blacksburg, VA, has issued a Winter Storm Warning for portions of the mid-Atlantic mountains. A low-pressure system passing over the region will cause rain to transition to snow across higher elevations, followed by an extended period of snowfall as a strong winter storm develops along the coast.

Affected Areas

The warning is in effect for the following geographic regions:

• Virginia: Tazewell County
• West Virginia: Mercer County

What You Should Do

Residents are urged to prepare for hazardous conditions. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions in your state, call 5-1-1.

Expected Conditions

• Snow Accumulation: Total snow accumulations are expected to range between 3 and 5 inches.
• Wind: Wind gusts could reach as high as 35 mph.
• Temperature: Temperatures are forecast to drop into the teens on Sunday night, with wind chill values reaching the single digits.
• Impacts: Expect slippery road conditions. These hazardous conditions are likely to impact both the Monday morning and Monday evening commutes.

Timeline

The Winter Storm Warning is effective from 1:00 AM EST on Sunday, February 22, through 1:00 AM EST on Tuesday, February 24.