First Deep Freeze of the Season Forces WNC Closings and Delays
By Marge | Published 2025-11-10T15:04:38.117+00:00
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WNC -- November 10, 2025: Western North Carolina is experiencing the season's first significant winter weather event as a strong cold front sweeps into the region, prompting multiple school and government agencies to announce closures and delays
The frigid air and associated snow and ice advisories mark a sharp shift into winter conditions across the mountains and valleys.Winter Weather Advisories in EffectThe greatest impacts are expected at higher elevations, where a Winter Storm Warning is in effect for Swain County until 7 a.m. Tuesday. Forecasters anticipate significant accumulations in this area, with 8 to 12 inches of snow likely.A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued until 7 a.m. Tuesday for several other counties, including