ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Western North Carolina will see one final day of mild temperatures Wednesday before a sharp blast of Arctic air sweeps into the region, bringing plunging temperatures, powerful winds and the risk of isolated power outages through Thanksgiving, according to the National Weather Service in Greenville-Spartanburg.
Forecasters say a significant cool-down will begin Wednesday night and continue into the weekend. The coldest air is expected to arrive by Thanksgiving, sending temperatures tumbling more than 30 degrees in many areas.
While no snow is expected with this system, wind chills could fall into the teens by early Friday morning.
A Wind Advisory is in effect from 7 p.m. Wednesday to 11 a.m. Thursday for Avery County and elevations above 3,500 feet in Mitchell and Yancey counties. The Weather Service warns of northwest winds between 20 and 30 mph, with gusts up to 55 mph at higher elevations. The strong winds may topple tree limbs and could lead to isolated power outages, forecasters said.
Drivers of high-profile vehicles are urged to use caution, and residents should secure outdoor objects ahead of the gusty conditions…