ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Forecasters say the potential for a significant snowfall is increasing across Western North Carolina this weekend as a powerful winter system moves into the region, bringing bitter cold, strong winds and the likelihood of hazardous travel.
The National Weather Service in Greenville-Spartanburg said confidence is growing that wintry precipitation will begin late Friday night and continue through Saturday, with snow expected to be the primary type. While it remains too early to pin down exact snowfall totals, forecasters say measurable snow is now likely across most of the area, with the possibility of significant accumulations in some locations.
A strong arctic front is expected to usher in the coldest temperatures of the season. Temperatures could remain below freezing from Friday evening through at least Monday afternoon, increasing the risk of icy roads, burst water pipes and other infrastructure impacts. Wind chills in the mountains could drop to between 10 below zero and 10 above zero, depending on elevation…