The previously issued Winter Storm Warning has now been replaced by a Winter Storm Warning click here to read that information.
Earlier post below, now replaced.
WINTER STORM WARNING
URGENT – WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
357 AM EST Fri Mar 11 2022
Northern Virginia Blue Ridge – Including Big Meadows
357 AM EST Fri Mar 11 2022
…WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 3 PM EST
SATURDAY…
* WHAT…Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6
inches. Northwest winds will gust around 45 to 55 mph.
* WHERE…Northern Virginia Blue Ridge.
* WHEN…From 3 AM to 3 PM EST Saturday. Rain will change to snow
between 3 and 5 AM early Saturday. The steadiest snow will be
through Saturday morning.
* IMPACTS…Travel could be very difficult. Gusty winds could
bring down tree branches.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…The combination of snow and blowing snow
may reduce visibility below one-half mile at time. Near blizzard
conditions are possible.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.
When venturing outside, watch your first few steps taken on
steps, sidewalks, and driveways, which could be icy and slippery,
increasing your risk of a fall and injury.
WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY
URGENT – WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
357 AM EST Fri Mar 11 2022
Augusta-Rockingham-Central Virginia Blue Ridge – (Including Wintergreen Resort)
357 AM EST Fri Mar 11 2022
…WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 1 PM EST
SATURDAY…
* WHAT…Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches,
with localized amounts around 3 to 5 inches above 2000 feet.
Northwest winds will gust around 45 to 55 mph, especially over
the ridges.
* WHERE…Augusta and Rockingham Counties, and Central Virginia
Blue Ridge.
* WHEN…From 3 AM to 1 PM EST Saturday. Rain will change to snow
between 2 and 5 AM early Saturday morning. The steadiest snow
will be Saturday morning.
* IMPACTS…Plan on slippery road conditions.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Visibility may be reduced to below one-
half mile at times.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
When venturing outside, watch your first few steps taken on
steps, sidewalks, and driveways, which could be icy and slippery,
increasing your risk of a fall and injury.
WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY
URGENT – WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Blacksburg VA
339 AM EST Fri Mar 11 2022
Craig-Alleghany VA-Rockbridge-Amherst-
Including the cities of New Castle, Clifton Forge, Covington,
Lexington, Buena Vista, and Amherst
339 AM EST Fri Mar 11 2022
…WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 1 PM EST
SATURDAY…
* WHAT…Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of up to two
inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.
* WHERE…Craig, Alleghany VA, Rockbridge and Amherst Counties.
* WHEN…From 3 AM to 1 PM EST Saturday.
* IMPACTS…Plan on slippery road conditions.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…The wind and snow may bring limited
visibilities.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow
will cause travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered
roads and limited visibilities…and use caution while driving.
Please report snow and sleet accumulations via email at
rnk.skywarn@noaa.gov or by calling the National Weather Service
toll free at…1…866…2 1 5…4 3 2 4. Leave a message with
your observation and the specific location where it occurred. You
can also post your report to National Weather Service Blacksburg
Facebook page and on Twitter.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
