Blizzard Warning

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Charleston WV
358 PM EST Fri Nov 22 2024

WVZ523-526-230500-
/O.CON.KRLX.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-241123T1500Z/
/O.CON.KRLX.WS.W.0007.241123T1500Z-241124T0000Z/
Northwest Pocahontas-Southeast Randolph-
Including the cities of Snowshoe and Harman
358 PM EST Fri Nov 22 2024

...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST SATURDAY...
...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 7 PM EST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions. Winds
  gusting as high as 45 mph and visibility below a quarter of a
  mile. For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected. Total
  snow accumulations between 12 and 24 inches.

* WHERE...Northwest Pocahontas and Southeast Randolph Counties.

* WHEN...For the Blizzard Warning, until 10 AM EST Saturday. For
  the Winter Storm Warning, from 10 AM to 7 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling
  and blowing snow. Whiteout conditions are expected and will
  make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening.
  Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous
  conditions could impact the Friday evening commute. Gusty
  winds could bring down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must
travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded,
stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state
you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

Additional information can be found at
https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on our Facebook and
Twitter pages.

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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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
256 PM EST Fri Nov 22 2024

WVZ501-505-230400-
/O.CON.KLWX.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-241123T1100Z/
Western Grant-Western Pendleton-
256 PM EST Fri Nov 22 2024

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 12
  inches, with locally 1 to 2 feet along the ridgetops. Winds may
  gust as high as 50 mph through tonight.

* WHERE...Western Grant and Western Pendleton Counties.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM EST Saturday. The heaviest snow and lowest
  visibility are forecast through about midnight tonight.

* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
  likely become slick and hazardous. Visibilities will drop below
  1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. The strong winds and
  weight of snow on tree limbs may down power lines and could cause
  sporadic power outages. Whiteout conditions are expected and will
  make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening. Travel
  could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions
  will impact the evening commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree
  branches.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour are
  likely through this evening. Snow may transition to a period of
  freezing rain or drizzle late tonight into Saturday morning. Wind
  chills in the teens and 20s are expected through tonight.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel,
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with
your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely
necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden
changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the
motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your
destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially
cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is
winterized and in good working order.

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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Pittsburgh PA
1242 PM EST Fri Nov 22 2024

WVZ514-230300-
/O.CON.KPBZ.BZ.W.0001.000000T0000Z-241123T1500Z/
Eastern Tucker-
Including the cities of Thomas, Davis, and Canaan Valley
1242 PM EST Fri Nov 22 2024

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations between
  8 and 11 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.

* WHERE...Eastern Tucker County.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions
  could impact the Friday evening commute. Gusty winds could bring
  down tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are
expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds
are likely. This will lead to whiteout conditions, making travel
extremely dangerous. Do not travel. If you must travel, have a
winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay in your
vehicle.

Please report snow accumulations by calling 412-262-1988, posting to
the NWS Pittsburgh Facebook page, or using Twitter @NWSPittsburgh.

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