Active AlertsCartertown, TN

Winter Storm Warning

Issued at Sat 2:02 AM Jan. 31

Issued by: National Weather Service

Recommended Action

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

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Extreme Cold Warning

Issued at Sat 1:19 AM Jan. 31

Issued by: National Weather Service

Description

What: Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below expected.
Where: Blount Smoky Mountains, Cocke Smoky Mountains, Johnson, Sevier Smoky Mountains, Southeast Carter, Southeast Greene, Southeast Monroe, and Unicoi Counties.
When: From 5 AM early this morning to 1 PM EST Sunday.
Impacts: The cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not taken. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures.

Recommended Action

Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside.

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