Active AlertsSylva, NC

What: For the Cold Weather Advisory above 3500 feet, very cold wind chills as low as 5 below. For the Wind Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.
Where: Haywood, Madison, Northern Jackson, and Swain Counties.
When: For the Cold Weather Advisory, until 7 AM EST Sunday. For the Wind Advisory, until 7 PM EST this evening.
Impacts: Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 5 below zero could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not taken.

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio or your favorite source of weather information for the latest updates. Additional details can be found at www.weather.gov/gsp. Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.