Update on Winter Storm

Please factor these forecasts into your plans.

Ice Storm in Southeast - Power Failures Possible. 

Specifically focusing in on the potential for power failures, the greatest chance is in the area in darkest green, which includes Charlotte. 

Recommendations:

• Fill your car with fuel. 
• Purchase grocery and prescriptions needed for at least three days. 
• Make arrangements for friends and relatives who may need it.
• Keep items like phones and laptops on chargers. 
• Get some extra cash. 

Snow Amount Forecasts

The heaviest amounts will occur in Iowa near Des Moines and Ames. 

While these amounts should be considered preliminary, I have moderately high confidence at this point. 

Finally, below is a map of NWS advisories. 

• Pink = winter storm warning. 
• Gold = high wind warning. 
• Maroon = high wildfire danger. 
• Sand = wind advisory (lesser condition).
• Purple = winter weather advisory. 
• Dark green = winter storm watch.