Winter Storm Warning Issued for Western Greenbrier County; Up to 10 Inches of Snow Expected

Alert Details

A Winter Storm Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service in Blacksburg, VA. The alert is currently in effect and covers a period of significant winter weather activity expected to impact the region starting early Sunday morning.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically targets Western Greenbrier County in West Virginia. This includes higher elevation areas where rain is expected to transition into heavy snow.

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 the state you are calling from, dial 5 1 1. Travel is expected to be very difficult, particularly during the Monday morning and evening commutes.

Expected Conditions

• Snow Accumulation: Total snow accumulations between 5 and 10 inches are expected.
• Wind: Winds may gust as high as 40 mph.
• Temperature: Temperatures are forecast to fall into the teens Sunday night.
• Wind Chill: Wind chill values are expected to reach near zero.
• Hazardous Weather: Low pressure passing over the region will bring rain changing to snow, followed by an extended period of snow through Monday as a strong storm develops along the mid-Atlantic coast.

Timeline

The Winter Storm Warning is effective from 1:00 AM EST Sunday, February 22, through 1:00 AM EST Tuesday, February 24. The most significant impacts to travel are anticipated on Monday.