Active AlertsLouisburg, Franklin County Airport, NC

Winter Storm Watch

Issued at Wed 12:47 PM Jan. 21
Issued by: National Weather Service
Description

What: Heavy mixed precipitation possible. Confidence is increasing in widespread snow, sleet, and freezing rain. This may result in moderate to major impacts in infrastructure and transportation.
Where: The Piedmont and portions of the central and northern Coastal Plain.
When: From Saturday afternoon through Monday afternoon.
Impacts: Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Significant ice accumulation on power lines and tree limbs may cause widespread and long-lasting power outages.

Recommended Action

Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider preparing and taking a winter storm kit along with you, including anything that would help you survive in case you become stranded.

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