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Home Return to list Winter Storm Watch 0004 Issued by the Charleston Forecast Office
Action: New Issued At: 2026-02-20 10:27:16 486 WWUS41 KRLX 201626 WSWRLX URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Charleston WV 1126 AM EST Fri Feb 20 2026 WVZ027-028-030-032-039-040-515>526-210300- /O.NEW.KRLX.WS.A.0004.260222T0600Z-260224T0000Z/ Clay-Braxton-Lewis-Taylor-Upshur-Barbour-Northwest Raleigh- Southeast Raleigh-Northwest Fayette-Southeast Fayette-Northwest Nicholas-Southeast Nicholas-Northwest Webster-Southeast Webster- Northwest Pocahontas-Southeast Pocahontas-Northwest Randolph- Southeast Randolph- Including the cities of Grafton, Beckley, Philippi, Craigsville, Sophia, Webster Springs, Bradley, Weston, Cowen, Holly River State Park, Richwood, Belington, Marlinton, Harman, Burnsville, Clay, Oak Hill, Birch River, Sutton, Elkins, Montgomery, Gassaway, Buckhannon, Snowshoe, Meadow Bridge, Summersville, Prosperity, and Fayetteville 1126 AM EST Fri Feb 20 2026 ...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE SATURDAY NIGHT THROUGH MONDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 12 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Portions of central, northeast, northern, and southeast West Virginia. * WHEN...From late Saturday night through Monday evening. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. 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. During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally heavy snow to dry weather just a few miles away. Visibilities can also vary greatly. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, visibility, and road conditions. && $$ ARJ Action: Continued Issued At: 2026-02-20 20:10:02 710 WWUS41 KRLX 210209 WSWRLX URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Charleston WV 909 PM EST Fri Feb 20 2026 WVZ027-028-030-032-039-040-515>526-211100- /O.CON.KRLX.WS.A.0004.260222T0600Z-260224T0000Z/ Clay-Braxton-Lewis-Taylor-Upshur-Barbour-Northwest Raleigh- Southeast Raleigh-Northwest Fayette-Southeast Fayette-Northwest Nicholas-Southeast Nicholas-Northwest Webster-Southeast Webster- Northwest Pocahontas-Southeast Pocahontas-Northwest Randolph- Southeast Randolph- Including the cities of Clay, Birch River, Belington, Grafton, Holly River State Park, Harman, Meadow Bridge, Philippi, Buckhannon, Cowen, Craigsville, Webster Springs, Prosperity, Elkins, Beckley, Marlinton, Richwood, Burnsville, Montgomery, Gassaway, Fayetteville, Sutton, Summersville, Oak Hill, Sophia, Bradley, Snowshoe, and Weston 909 PM EST Fri Feb 20 2026 ...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE SATURDAY NIGHT THROUGH MONDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 12 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Portions of central, northeast, northern, and southeast West Virginia. * WHEN...From late Saturday night through Monday evening. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. 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. During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally heavy snow to dry weather just a few miles away. Visibilities can also vary greatly. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, visibility, and road conditions. && $$ LTC Action: Time Extended Issued At: 2026-02-21 01:12:40 316 WWUS41 KRLX 210712 WSWRLX URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Charleston WV 212 AM EST Sat Feb 21 2026 WVZ015-016-018-025-026-029-031-034-211515- /O.EXB.KRLX.WS.A.0004.260222T0600Z-260224T0600Z/ Kanawha-Roane-Calhoun-Logan-Boone-Gilmer-Harrison-Wyoming- Including the cities of Man, Clarksburg, Oceana, Chapmanville, Spencer, Bridgeport, Madison, Pineville, South Charleston, Glenville, Mullens, Saint Albans, Charleston, Grantsville, and Logan 212 AM EST Sat Feb 21 2026 ...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH LATE MONDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 5 inches possible. * WHERE...Portions of central, northern, and southern West Virginia. * WHEN...From late tonight through late Monday night. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. 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. During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally heavy snow to dry weather just a few miles away. Visibilities can also vary greatly. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, visibility, and road conditions. && $$ WVZ027-028-030-032-039-040-515>526-211515- /O.EXT.KRLX.WS.A.0004.260222T0600Z-260224T0600Z/ Clay-Braxton-Lewis-Taylor-Upshur-Barbour-Northwest Raleigh- Southeast Raleigh-Northwest Fayette-Southeast Fayette-Northwest Nicholas-Southeast Nicholas-Northwest Webster-Southeast Webster- Northwest Pocahontas-Southeast Pocahontas-Northwest Randolph- Southeast Randolph- Including the cities of Burnsville, Cowen, Webster Springs, Gassaway, Montgomery, Richwood, Clay, Sutton, Oak Hill, Birch River, Sophia, Weston, Buckhannon, Philippi, Bradley, Meadow Bridge, Belington, Summersville, Snowshoe, Craigsville, Harman, Elkins, Beckley, Fayetteville, Prosperity, Holly River State Park, Grafton, and Marlinton 212 AM EST Sat Feb 21 2026 ...WINTER STORM WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH LATE MONDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 12 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Portions of central, northeast, northern, and southeast West Virginia. * WHEN...From late tonight through late Monday night. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is winterized and in good working order. During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally heavy snow to dry weather just a few miles away. Visibilities can also vary greatly. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, visibility, and road conditions. && $$ 20 Action: Time and Area Extended Issued At: 2026-02-21 01:12:40 316 WWUS41 KRLX 210712 WSWRLX URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Charleston WV 212 AM EST Sat Feb 21 2026 WVZ015-016-018-025-026-029-031-034-211515- /O.EXB.KRLX.WS.A.0004.260222T0600Z-260224T0600Z/ Kanawha-Roane-Calhoun-Logan-Boone-Gilmer-Harrison-Wyoming- Including the cities of Man, Clarksburg, Oceana, Chapmanville, Spencer, Bridgeport, Madison, Pineville, South Charleston, Glenville, Mullens, Saint Albans, Charleston, Grantsville, and Logan 212 AM EST Sat Feb 21 2026 ...WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH LATE MONDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 5 inches possible. * WHERE...Portions of central, northern, and southern West Virginia. * WHEN...From late tonight through late Monday night. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. 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. During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally heavy snow to dry weather just a few miles away. Visibilities can also vary greatly. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, visibility, and road conditions. && $$ WVZ027-028-030-032-039-040-515>526-211515- /O.EXT.KRLX.WS.A.0004.260222T0600Z-260224T0600Z/ Clay-Braxton-Lewis-Taylor-Upshur-Barbour-Northwest Raleigh- Southeast Raleigh-Northwest Fayette-Southeast Fayette-Northwest Nicholas-Southeast Nicholas-Northwest Webster-Southeast Webster- Northwest Pocahontas-Southeast Pocahontas-Northwest Randolph- Southeast Randolph- Including the cities of Burnsville, Cowen, Webster Springs, Gassaway, Montgomery, Richwood, Clay, Sutton, Oak Hill, Birch River, Sophia, Weston, Buckhannon, Philippi, Bradley, Meadow Bridge, Belington, Summersville, Snowshoe, Craigsville, Harman, Elkins, Beckley, Fayetteville, Prosperity, Holly River State Park, Grafton, and Marlinton 212 AM EST Sat Feb 21 2026 ...WINTER STORM WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH LATE MONDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 12 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Portions of central, northeast, northern, and southeast West Virginia. * WHEN...From late tonight through late Monday night. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is winterized and in good working order. During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally heavy snow to dry weather just a few miles away. Visibilities can also vary greatly. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, visibility, and road conditions. && $$ 20 Action: Continued Issued At: 2026-02-21 09:05:14 955 WWUS41 KRLX 211504 WSWRLX URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Charleston WV 1004 AM EST Sat Feb 21 2026 WVZ015-016-018-025>032-034-039-040-515>526-220100- /O.CON.KRLX.WS.A.0004.260222T0600Z-260224T0600Z/ Kanawha-Roane-Calhoun-Logan-Boone-Clay-Braxton-Gilmer-Lewis- Harrison-Taylor-Wyoming-Upshur-Barbour-Northwest Raleigh- Southeast Raleigh-Northwest Fayette-Southeast Fayette-Northwest Nicholas-Southeast Nicholas-Northwest Webster-Southeast Webster- Northwest Pocahontas-Southeast Pocahontas-Northwest Randolph- Southeast Randolph- Including the cities of Gassaway, Oak Hill, Saint Albans, Madison, Philippi, Clarksburg, Webster Springs, Glenville, Chapmanville, Weston, Richwood, Elkins, Bridgeport, Mullens, Fayetteville, Snowshoe, Sutton, Spencer, Birch River, Man, Sophia, Buckhannon, Burnsville, Clay, Craigsville, Oceana, Belington, Beckley, Holly River State Park, Summersville, Grafton, Charleston, Harman, Marlinton, Pineville, Cowen, Grantsville, South Charleston, Logan, Prosperity, Montgomery, Meadow Bridge, and Bradley 1004 AM EST Sat Feb 21 2026 ...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH LATE MONDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 12 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Portions of central, northeast, northern, southeast, and southern West Virginia. * WHEN...From late tonight through late Monday night. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. 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. During lake effect snow, the weather can vary from bands of locally heavy snow to dry weather just a few miles away. Visibilities can also vary greatly. Be prepared for rapid changes in weather, visibility, and road conditions. && $$ ARJ Action: Upgraded Issued At: 2026-02-21 11:24:48 270 WWUS41 KRLX 211724 WSWRLX URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Charleston WV 1224 PM EST Sat Feb 21 2026 WVZ015-016-018-025-026-029-031-034-524-220130- /O.UPG.KRLX.WS.A.0004.260222T0600Z-260224T0600Z/ /O.NEW.KRLX.WS.W.0004.260222T0600Z-260224T0600Z/ Kanawha-Roane-Calhoun-Logan-Boone-Gilmer-Harrison-Wyoming- Southeast Pocahontas- Including the cities of Chapmanville, Charleston, Marlinton, Bridgeport, Saint Albans, Mullens, Pineville, Madison, Grantsville, South Charleston, Logan, Oceana, Spencer, Man, Clarksburg, and Glenville 1224 PM EST Sat Feb 21 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM SUNDAY TO 1 AM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Portions of central, northeast, northern, and southern West Virginia. * WHEN...From 1 AM Sunday to 1 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you must go outside, dress in layers. Several layers of clothes will keep you warmer than a single heavy coat. Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is winterized and in good working order. Additional information can be found at https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on our X and Facebook pages. && $$ WVZ027-028-030-032-039-040-515>523-525-526-220130- /O.UPG.KRLX.WS.A.0004.260222T0600Z-260224T0600Z/ /O.NEW.KRLX.WS.W.0004.260222T0600Z-260224T0600Z/ Clay-Braxton-Lewis-Taylor-Upshur-Barbour-Northwest Raleigh- Southeast Raleigh-Northwest Fayette-Southeast Fayette-Northwest Nicholas-Southeast Nicholas-Northwest Webster-Southeast Webster- Northwest Pocahontas-Northwest Randolph-Southeast Randolph- Including the cities of Gassaway, Oak Hill, Philippi, Webster Springs, Weston, Richwood, Elkins, Fayetteville, Snowshoe, Sutton, Birch River, Sophia, Buckhannon, Burnsville, Clay, Craigsville, Belington, Beckley, Holly River State Park, Summersville, Grafton, Harman, Cowen, Montgomery, Meadow Bridge, Prosperity, and Bradley 1224 PM EST Sat Feb 21 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM SUNDAY TO 1 AM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 12 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Portions of central, northeast, northern, and southeast West Virginia. * WHEN...From 1 AM Sunday to 1 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. 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 Monday morning and evening commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... 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 or by accessing the online traffic and roadway portal for your state. Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you survive in case you become stranded. Additional information can be found at https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on our X and Facebook pages. && $$ WVZ008-013-014-017-019-020-024-033-220130- /O.NEW.KRLX.WS.W.0004.260222T0600Z-260224T0600Z/ Jackson WV-Lincoln-Putnam-Wirt-Ritchie-Doddridge-Mingo-McDowell- Including the cities of Williamson, Teays Valley, Pennsboro, Alum Creek, West Union, Elizabeth, Ripley, Hurricane, Welch, Hamlin, War, Harrisville, Harts, Gary, and Ravenswood 1224 PM EST Sat Feb 21 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM SUNDAY TO 1 AM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 4 inches. * WHERE...Portions of central, northern, and southern West Virginia. * WHEN...From 1 AM Sunday to 1 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1 or by accessing the online traffic and roadway portal for your state. Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you must go outside, dress in layers. Several layers of clothes will keep you warmer than a single heavy coat. Cover exposed skin to reduce your risk of frostbite or hypothermia. Gloves, a scarf, and a hat will keep you from losing your body heat. Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is winterized and in good working order. Additional information can be found at https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on our X and Facebook pages. && $$ ARJ Action: Upgraded Issued At: 2026-02-21 11:24:48 270 WWUS41 KRLX 211724 WSWRLX URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Charleston WV 1224 PM EST Sat Feb 21 2026 WVZ015-016-018-025-026-029-031-034-524-220130- /O.UPG.KRLX.WS.A.0004.260222T0600Z-260224T0600Z/ /O.NEW.KRLX.WS.W.0004.260222T0600Z-260224T0600Z/ Kanawha-Roane-Calhoun-Logan-Boone-Gilmer-Harrison-Wyoming- Southeast Pocahontas- Including the cities of Chapmanville, Charleston, Marlinton, Bridgeport, Saint Albans, Mullens, Pineville, Madison, Grantsville, South Charleston, Logan, Oceana, Spencer, Man, Clarksburg, and Glenville 1224 PM EST Sat Feb 21 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM SUNDAY TO 1 AM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Portions of central, northeast, northern, and southern West Virginia. * WHEN...From 1 AM Sunday to 1 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you must go outside, dress in layers. Several layers of clothes will keep you warmer than a single heavy coat. 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. Additional information can be found at https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on our X and Facebook pages. && $$ WVZ027-028-030-032-039-040-515>523-525-526-220130- /O.UPG.KRLX.WS.A.0004.260222T0600Z-260224T0600Z/ /O.NEW.KRLX.WS.W.0004.260222T0600Z-260224T0600Z/ Clay-Braxton-Lewis-Taylor-Upshur-Barbour-Northwest Raleigh- Southeast Raleigh-Northwest Fayette-Southeast Fayette-Northwest Nicholas-Southeast Nicholas-Northwest Webster-Southeast Webster- Northwest Pocahontas-Northwest Randolph-Southeast Randolph- Including the cities of Gassaway, Oak Hill, Philippi, Webster Springs, Weston, Richwood, Elkins, Fayetteville, Snowshoe, Sutton, Birch River, Sophia, Buckhannon, Burnsville, Clay, Craigsville, Belington, Beckley, Holly River State Park, Summersville, Grafton, Harman, Cowen, Montgomery, Meadow Bridge, Prosperity, and Bradley 1224 PM EST Sat Feb 21 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM SUNDAY TO 1 AM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 12 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Portions of central, northeast, northern, and southeast West Virginia. * WHEN...From 1 AM Sunday to 1 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. 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 Monday morning and evening commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... 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 or by accessing the online traffic and roadway portal for your state. Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you survive in case you become stranded. Additional information can be found at https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on our X and Facebook pages. && $$ WVZ008-013-014-017-019-020-024-033-220130- /O.NEW.KRLX.WS.W.0004.260222T0600Z-260224T0600Z/ Jackson WV-Lincoln-Putnam-Wirt-Ritchie-Doddridge-Mingo-McDowell- Including the cities of Williamson, Teays Valley, Pennsboro, Alum Creek, West Union, Elizabeth, Ripley, Hurricane, Welch, Hamlin, War, Harrisville, Harts, Gary, and Ravenswood 1224 PM EST Sat Feb 21 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM SUNDAY TO 1 AM EST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 4 inches. * WHERE...Portions of central, northern, and southern West Virginia. * WHEN...From 1 AM Sunday to 1 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... 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 or by accessing the online traffic and roadway portal for your state. Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you must go outside, dress in layers. Several layers of clothes will keep you warmer than a single heavy coat. Cover exposed skin to reduce your risk of frostbite or hypothermia. Gloves, a scarf, and a hat will keep you from losing your body heat. 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. Additional information can be found at https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on our X and Facebook pages. && $$ ARJ | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||