Winter storm watch brings snow, extreme cold Southeast
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Charlotte, N.C. Meteorologists issued winter storm watches across the Southeast this week as an upper-level low and a surface low off Southeast coast are expected to produce snow and extreme cold from late Friday through Sunday. Forecasts called for accumulations mostly 4–8 inches in parts of central and piedmont North Carolina, with locally higher amounts in narrow bands; wind gusts up to 35–40 mph could cause blowing snow and power outages. Temperatures will tumble into the teens with wind chills near or below zero. Travel disruptions and infrastructure strain are likely. Based on 7 articles reviewed and supporting research.
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- 1. Meteorological models identified an incoming upper-level trough and low impacting the Southeast.
- 2. National Weather Service and local stations issued winter storm watches for Friday–Sunday.
- 3. Forecasts on Jan. 29–30 refined timing to late Friday night into Saturday with 4–8 inch ranges.
- 4. Local outlets warned of gusty winds (25–40 mph) and temperatures plunging into the teens.
- 5. Municipal and utility crews prepared for travel disruptions and potential power outages.
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