Holly Springs, NC, Jan. 30, 2026 — Heavy snow expected Friday afternoon through early Sunday. Residents across South Wake County, including Holly Springs, Fuquay-Varina, Apex, and surrounding communities, should prepare for a significant winter storm expected to impact the area from Friday afternoon through early Sunday morning, according to the National Weather Service.
A Winter Storm Warning is now in effect from 4:00 p.m. Friday until 7:00 a.m. Sunday, with 5 to 8 inches of snow possible across much of the region.
What South Wake Residents Should Expect
Forecasters say snow will begin to develop late Friday and intensify through Friday night and Saturday, creating hazardous travel conditions across local roads and highways.
Key impacts include:
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Snow-covered and icy roads, especially secondary roads
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Bridges and overpasses will become slick first
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Hazardous travel will exist Saturday into early Sunday
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Possible travel disruptions lasting longer than a typical winter event
Because temperatures are expected to remain cold, snow and ice may linger well into Sunday morning, particularly in shaded or untreated areas.
Why This Storm Is a Concern Locally
South Wake communities don’t often see storms of this duration or accumulation. Even moderate snowfall can create outsized impacts due to:
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Limited snow removal capacity on neighborhood roads
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High commuter traffic on corridors like NC-55, US-401, and local collector roads
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Refreezing overnight conditions
Officials caution that travel may become difficult or even impossible at times, especially late Saturday.
If You Must Travel
The National Weather Service strongly recommends avoiding travel if possible. If you must be on the roads:
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Drive slowly and allow extra stopping distance
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Avoid bridges and overpasses when possible
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Carry an emergency kit including:
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Blankets and warm clothing
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Flashlight and phone charger
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Water and snacks
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First-aid supplies
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Shovel and basic tools
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What Residents Should Do Now
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Complete errands before Friday evening
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Charge phones and backup batteries
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Bring pets indoors
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Check on elderly neighbors
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Monitor local government and school updates
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Stay off the roads once snowfall begins
HSU will continue to monitor conditions and share updates on closures, road conditions, and local impacts as the storm develops…