Snow and Hazardous Roads Expected in Western North Carolina
Snow and Hazardous Roads Expected in Western North Carolina
US · Published Jan 14, 2026
Western North Carolina is expecting snow starting Wednesday, leading to hazardous road conditions, especially during the evening commute.
Higher elevations near the Tennessee state line and Great Smoky Mountains National Park could see several inches of snow.
Motorists are advised to exercise caution, reduce speed, and allow extra travel time due to slippery conditions.
Rain, snow, and hazardous road conditions expected
A storm system is set to impact Western North Carolina, bringing a mix of rain and snow showers that will transition to all snow by Wednesday evening. The National Weather Service has issued a weather advisory, urging residents to prepare for potentially hazardous road conditions. The highest impact is anticipated during Wednesday evening and the Thursday morning commute.
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