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Replay: Today's chat about approaching storm

CharlotteObserver.com
Posted: Thursday, Jan. 17, 2013

 Live chat with Steve Lyttle, Brad Panovich: Winter storm advisory(01/17/2013) 
11:44
Thursday January 17, 2013 11:44 
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Thursday January 17, 2013 11:44 
11:44
Jen Rothacker: 
Welcome to our live weather chat with the Charlotte Observer's Weather Guy, Steve Lyttle, and WCNC meteorologist Brad Panovich. We'll start taking your questions now, and Steven and Brad will join us around noon.

Moderating today's chat is Observer editor Jen Rothacker.

Enjoy.
Thursday January 17, 2013 11:44 Jen Rothacker
11:47
How much snow do you think we'll get tonight/tomorrow?
None
 ( 28% )
Half inch
 ( 21% )
1 inch
 ( 15% )
2 inches
 ( 15% )
3 inches
 ( 7% )
3+ inches
 ( 15% )

Thursday January 17, 2013 11:47 
11:59
Steve Lytttle: 
A strong winter storm is approaching the Charlotte region, and we could be seeing snow for the first time since early 2010. Brad Panovich of WCNC and I will try to answer your questions about what to expect tonight and tomorrow.
Thursday January 17, 2013 11:59 Steve Lytttle
11:59
[Comment From LM in SW CharlotteLM in SW Charlotte: ] 
When do you expect temps to start falling? Its still pretty warm!
Thursday January 17, 2013 11:59 LM in SW Charlotte
12:00
[Comment From PattyPatty: ] 
I'm waxing my skis now just in case!
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:00 Patty
12:00
Brad Panovich: 
Here's our storm right now
 
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:00 Brad Panovich
12:01
Steve Lytttle: 
to L.M., about when temps should fall ... Brad can deal with this, too, but I think you'll see the temps start crashing by mid-afternoon.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:01 Steve Lytttle
12:01
[Comment From BillBill: ] 
What odds do you both give CMS being either closed or on an altered schedule Friday?
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:01 Bill
12:02
Brad Panovich: 
this system is bringing it's own cold air so until it starts coming down the temps won't be falling much.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:02 Brad Panovich
12:03
Brad Panovich: 
this is a really tough system because I am very confident that snow will fall from the sky, question is how much will stick due to warm ground and surface temperatures.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:03 Brad Panovich
12:03
How excited are you about the prospect of snow?
Off-the-charts excited
 ( 32% )
Excited enough to buy milk and bread
 ( 12% )
I'm fairly interested
 ( 33% )
Boring
 ( 12% )
I'm from up North; this is shorts weather'!
 ( 11% )

Thursday January 17, 2013 12:03 
12:03
[Comment From Joey @southerntwist3rJoey @southerntwist3r: ] 
How will the accumulation vary across the piedmont? Is the more north or west your county is the more snow you will see?
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:03 Joey @southerntwist3r
12:03
Steve Lytttle: 
(to Bill): My daughter-in-law teaches at CMS, and I told her I'd say a 30% chance of school being canceled.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:03 Steve Lytttle
12:04
Brad Panovich: 
Joey tough because bands of heavy snow will set up with heavier amounts, might be a now-cast type of thing.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:04 Brad Panovich
12:05
[Comment From ClintClint: ] 
Any snow accumulation for Indian Land, SC?
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:05 Clint
12:05
[Comment From stevensteven: ] 
How many inches of snow do you think albemarle, nc will get
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:05 steven
12:06
Brad Panovich: 
HRRR model has been pretty good so far, updating every three hours.
 
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:06 Brad Panovich
12:06
Steve Lytttle: 
(to Clint and Steven): that HRRR model that Brad just posted can give you an idea on accumulations predicted.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:06 Steve Lytttle
12:07
[Comment From FredFred: ] 
Where is the rain/snow cutoff line tonight in terms of Charlotte/South Carolina...? Is the storm still moving at the speed anticipated or has it slowed down or sped up?
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:07 Fred
12:09
[Comment From JasonJason: ] 
I second Fred's question
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:09 Jason
12:10
Steve Lytttle: 
(to Fred) From what the Weather Service told me, this system seems to be about on schedule. As Brad noted, the exact location of snow will really depend on where the heaviest precipitation sets up.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:10 Steve Lytttle
12:10
[Comment From M.B.M.B.: ] 
Headed up to Boone tomorrow afternoon. Will the roads be somewhat decent by 4:00PM on Friday? Going the 421 route
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:10 M.B.
12:11
[Comment From TomTom: ] 
I sometimes think these winter storm warnings are an evil plot by Harris Teeter to sell surplus milk and bread. Is this the real deal?
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:11 Tom
12:12
Steve Lytttle: 
(to M.B., about the Boone trip) DOT is fully prepared, but we're talking about a lot of snow in the higher elevations. There'll be sun tomorrow to help clear the roads. I wouldn't go after dark, though, because re-freezing (black ice) could be an issue.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:12 Steve Lytttle
12:12
[Comment From BlakeBlake: ] 
What is the latest forecast? Do the models seem to indicate more snow as we are moving closer and closer to tonight?
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:12 Blake
12:13
Brad Panovich: 
Clint not much in SC
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:13 Brad Panovich
12:14
Steve Lytttle: 
(to Tom, about the warnings) Everyone always singles out Harris Teeter. I wonder why? All I can tell you is that it's snowing in Miss, Ala and Tenn. Something is coming.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:14 Steve Lytttle
12:15
Got your sled ready?
Definitely
 ( 22% )
No need
 ( 40% )
Don't have one!
 ( 37% )

Thursday January 17, 2013 12:15 
12:15
Brad Panovich: 
Fun for me the #Snowmeter is at a 5
 
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:15 Brad Panovich
12:16
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
Will they be treating the bridges tonight during rush hour?
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:16 Guest
12:16
Steve Lytttle: 
(to Blake) Andrew Kimball of the local Weather Service office said a while ago that it appears as if someone along the I-85 corridor in NC will get heavy snow later this evening. As Brad noted, it's a now-cast thing -- we almost have to wait until it's closer.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:16 Steve Lytttle
12:17
[Comment From DawnDawn: ] 
Brad, I just want you to know that you are the BEST!
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:17 Dawn
12:17
[Comment From LCLC: ] 
Regardless, we are very excited that it is a maybe!
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:17 LC
12:18
Steve Lytttle: 
(about the bridges) DOT unfortunately can't put down brine in advance, because heavy rain will wash it away. They plan to plow and salt as needed, but they won't be able to do much until (and if) snow accumulates.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:18 Steve Lytttle
12:18
[Comment From LCLC: ] 
Do you think the potential for ice is greater than snow? Or will both be an issue?
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:18 LC
12:19
Brad Panovich: 
The interesting aspect could be thundersnow
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:19 Brad Panovich
12:20
[Comment From Mrs. WIlsons ClassroomMrs. WIlsons Classroom: ] 
Hi there! Mrs. Wilson's 4th grade science class here. Our class has come up with a few questions for you. We are wondering how many inches of snow will we get?
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:20 Mrs. WIlsons Classroom
12:21
Steve Lytttle: 
(to Mrs. Wilson's class) ... an important question -- where are you?
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:21 Steve Lytttle
12:21
[Comment From K4NET_BryanK4NET_Bryan: ] 
Snow meter @ a 5......Hmmmm, guess this is the wrong time to need milk.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:21 K4NET_Bryan
12:21
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
love the snow meter
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:21 Guest
12:22
[Comment From KHKH: ] 
At what temperature will the rain turn to snow in this storm?
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:22 KH
12:22
Steve Lytttle: 
To follow up on Brad's comment on thundersnow. We've had that twice in recent years (February 2004 and March 2009). Both times, some incredible heavy snow fell in localized areas.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:22 Steve Lytttle
12:23
Brad Panovich: 
KH it's not so much about the temperatures at the ground but the temperatures just above our head. It can snow at 35-40° if it cold just a few 1,000' up.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:23 Brad Panovich
12:24
[Comment From JohnJohn: ] 
For the commute tomorrow, is there potential of a problem with all the rain we are receiving freezing overnight?
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:24 John
12:24
Brad Panovich: 
While the roads certainly will get sloppy, I think my main concern would be the weight of heavy wet snow on the trees and power lines.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:24 Brad Panovich
12:24
[Comment From RickRick: ] 
Hi guys, any updates to the forcast since this morning as there is usually an update from the large weather services around noonish. Was thinking since Charlotte is usually on that hard to predice snow / rain line, have there been any change to the expected accumulation in north Meck county?
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:24 Rick
12:25
Brad Panovich: 
John not until right until sunrise Friday.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:25 Brad Panovich
12:26
Brad Panovich: 
Rick, not many updates this is now becoming a nowcast system we will be watching the radar and reports downstream of us from here on out for what heading our way.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:26 Brad Panovich
12:26
[Comment From LarryLarry: ] 
How fast will the ground temp fall if any once the "snow" starts?
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:26 Larry
12:26
Steve Lytttle: 
(to John) Of course, black ice forming around sunrise is particularly bad, because road crews are out there at the same time as people are going to work and school.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:26 Steve Lytttle
12:28
Brad Panovich: 
Here's the latest surface reports and radar, notice it's in the mid-70s in Columbia!
 
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:28 Brad Panovich
12:28
[Comment From JeffJeff: ] 
Has this storm been producing light powder snow or the heavy wet stuff?
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:28 Jeff
12:28
Steve Lytttle: 
(to Jeff) as heavy and wet as it gets.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:28 Steve Lytttle
12:29
Brad Panovich@wxbrad
winter storm warning in Charlotte while it's 75° just down the road in Columbia, SC. twitpic.com/bw0nlf #cltwx #ncwx #scwx
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:29 wxbrad
12:29
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
Let's say area schools are closed. What time tomorrow will the snow start to melt? Will most be gone by lunchtime? (I have three kids who are scheduled for an AM snowball fight). :)
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:29 Guest
12:29
What are the most important necessities for a snow day?
Milk
 ( 3% )
Bread
 ( 4% )
Wine
 ( 39% )
Chocolate Chip cookies
 ( 11% )
Good movies
 ( 43% )

Thursday January 17, 2013 12:29 
12:29
[Comment From jeffjeff: ] 
its 51 in Atlanta and 32 in Birmingham
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:29 jeff
12:30
Steve Lytttle: 
to follow up on Brad's report about Columbia, it's even 70 degrees as close as Camden ... maybe an hour down the road from Matthews and Ballantyne.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:30 Steve Lytttle
12:31
Steve Lytttle: 
(about Friday's temps) it'll be sunny, with highs forecast in the mid 40s. that's not a recipe for snow staying around very long.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:31 Steve Lytttle
12:31
Brad Panovich@wxbrad
Important factor tonight are the soil temperatures. twitpic.com/bw0og2 #cltwx #ncwx #scwx
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:31 wxbrad
12:31
[Comment From kimkim: ] 
how much accumlation in lancaster sc
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:31 kim
12:32
Brad Panovich: 
Agree this snow melts very fast, that's why we really are wary of "snowfall" versus snow accumulation with this storm.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:32 Brad Panovich
12:32
Brad Panovich: 
Kim, trace
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:32 Brad Panovich
12:32
[Comment From JustinJustin: ] 
What is the time frame you are thinking we will start to see the first snow flakes fall in the piedmont?
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:32 Justin
12:33
Brad Panovich: 
Justin 9pm-11pm
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:33 Brad Panovich
12:33
[Comment From ericeric: ] 
how much we going to get on lake lookout shouls in catawba county and whats the time frame brad?
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:33 eric
12:34
Brad Panovich: 
For those interested here's the NWS current forecast snowfall. I think it might be a bit high but agree with the coverage. http://www.erh.noaa.gov/gsp/stormtotal/StormTotalSnowFcst.png
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:34 Brad Panovich
12:34
[Comment From nicknick: ] 
how will the accumulations vary with "thunder snow"
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:34 nick
12:34
Brad Panovich: 
Eric, 2" with localized heavier amounts where bands set up. Again this might melt before you see it.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:34 Brad Panovich
12:35
[Comment From LauriLauri: ] 
The Observer site has the temp listed as 67. Seems like it is warming up and not cooling down.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:35 Lauri
12:35
Brad Panovich: 
thundersnow like a thunderstorm can dump tons of snow in a small area and none around it.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:35 Brad Panovich
12:35
[Comment From CameronCameron: ] 
Glad we are finally going to get something nicer to watch than just plain water. Hope the roads do not get bad though.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:35 Cameron
12:35
[Comment From ShelleyShelley: ] 
What fo you expect in the Weddington area?
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:35 Shelley
12:35
[Comment From carrie Pcarrie P: ] 
What is your prediction for Lincolnton, nc?
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:35 carrie P
12:35
[Comment From MandyMandy: ] 
And what about Conover NC
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:35 Mandy
12:36
Brad Panovich: 
Lauri, where it says 49° right now.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:36 Brad Panovich
12:36
Brad Panovich: 
snow everywhere falling but accumulations only around 1-2" on the grass
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:36 Brad Panovich
12:36
[Comment From ShelleyShelley: ] 
Wesley Chapel in the cutoff zone?
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:36 Shelley
12:38
Brad Panovich: 
Shelley, depends on track we need to watch the radar as it approaches. Can't really give precise totals by town due to melting and heavier bands in some spots and not others. Like rain it never rains the same at every location.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:38 Brad Panovich
12:38
[Comment From JamesJames: ] 
What do you expect road conditions to be like in the morning? Is ice going to be a concern?
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:38 James
12:39
Steve Lytttle: 
James, roads could be a problem even if snow doesn't accumulate. the rain and melting snow will leave streets wet. temps are the issue. if it clears, temps easily could fall below freezing. black ice could form even where there's no snow on ground.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:39 Steve Lytttle
12:39
Brad Panovich: 
it will be icy in spots in the morning due to snow on the roads, but the ground is 50° so I would expect most roads to be slushy. Bridges and overpasses could get icy.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:39 Brad Panovich
12:39
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
Brad what do you expect in Mooresville and whats the time frame of it changing over?
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:39 Guest
12:40
Brad Panovich: 
9pm-12am is changeover time
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:40 Brad Panovich
12:40
[Comment From JJ: ] 
Looking forward to some of the white stuff! ....but, what are you thoughts about the trace of ice in the end I've read about? Do any of the models show more ice than snow?
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:40 J
12:40
Steve Lytttle: 
James, I stand corrected on the black ice issue. Brad's right about the ground temps. That will help prevent the icing.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:40 Steve Lytttle
12:41
Brad Panovich: 
I should point out too Charlotte averages 4.7" of snow per year and we have never had a winter with zero snow. 134 years of records.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:41 Brad Panovich
12:41
Brad Panovich: 
You know the worst road conditions might be Saturday morning due to the re-freeze, as Steve mentioned.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:41 Brad Panovich
12:42
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
What is the chance that we will wake up in the morning and have no snow because the ground it too wet/warm for anything to stick around
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:42 Guest
12:42
Steve Lytttle: 
J, the "ice" might have been in my story, because the Weather Service mentioned it as a possibility near the end. but they were talking about really light levels. Brad's the scientist, and I'll defer to him on that. I didn't get the idea it was a big deal, though.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:42 Steve Lytttle
12:43
Brad Panovich: 
That is a possibility for sure, many might sleep through the "snowfall" but wake-up to wet ground and roads.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:43 Brad Panovich
12:43
[Comment From LaDonnaLaDonna: ] 
I have a trip planned for tomorrow going down past greenvill/spartanburg area.. are they gettin snow also and should I postpone my trip?
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:43 LaDonna
12:44
[Comment From Michael benfieldMichael benfield: ] 
Brad according to the NWS forcasting 4.4"-5.0" accumuliation for northern iredell county looks like that is staying pretty consitant
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:44 Michael benfield
12:44
[Comment From GregGreg: ] 
Whether or not we get snow, we're going to have wet roads tonight as the temps start to fall. There's going to be a lot of ice out there in the morning.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:44 Greg
12:44
Brad Panovich: 
LaDonna you will have no issues unless you are traveling before sunrise.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:44 Brad Panovich
12:44
[Comment From Mrs. Wilsons ClassMrs. Wilsons Class: ] 
Hi there! This is Mrs. Wilson's Science class again. We have come up with a few questions for you. Will the snow be heavy enough to make a snowman with?
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:44 Mrs. Wilsons Class
12:45
Steve Lytttle: 
(to Mrs Wilson's class) Glad to see you making good use of technology. It'll be good snow for snowmen, but my understanding is it'll really depend on whether you're lucky (or unlucky) enough to be in a spot where a heavy snow band sets up.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:45 Steve Lytttle
12:45
Brad Panovich: 
Greg but ground temperatures will remain at 50° and air temps only around 32° won't produce much ice.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:45 Brad Panovich
12:46
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
Gents, appreciate your live chat here. You may have already answered this but what do you think snow possibilities are near CLT airport?
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:46 Guest
12:46
Brad Panovich@wxbrad
Heavy snow will be developing in the mountains very shortly. twitpic.com/bw0rvg #wncwx #ncwx
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:46 wxbrad
12:46
Brad Panovich: 
 
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:46 Brad Panovich
12:47
Brad Panovich@wxbrad
@MamaCoupon no worries
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:47 wxbrad
12:47
Steve Lytttle: 
(about snow near the airport ...) Brad said earlier that this event is a "5" on his Snowmeter. He's posted a map of predictions, but it's really dependent on location. official forecast is 1-2, mostly on grass.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:47 Steve Lytttle
12:47
[Comment From GAILGAIL: ] 
what about the Hickory area
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:47 GAIL
12:48
[Comment From REXREX: ] 
got any wine? according to the survey, there will be a run on it instead of milk!
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:48 REX
12:48
[Comment From IvyIvy: ] 
And kannapolis,,snow too?
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:48 Ivy
12:48
Brad Panovich: 
adding to Steve's point we are going to see some WIDE ranges of snowfall totals on this one, some will get none others many inches in isolated spots.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:48 Brad Panovich
12:48
Steve Lytttle: 
Rex, I always wondered why people bought out all the milk. I'd go after the Diet Mtn Dew.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:48 Steve Lytttle
12:49
[Comment From JOHNJOHN: ] 
WILL ROCK HILL SEE ANY SNOW
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:49 JOHN
12:49
Brad Panovich: 
Milk & Bread on the meter is playing on the fun people have with snow in the Charlotte area. :-)
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:49 Brad Panovich
12:49
Brad Panovich: 
John yes, but not sticking much to the ground.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:49 Brad Panovich
12:49
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
My 3 year old has been so excited waiting on the snow to start!! Hurry up in Stanley :) As long as he gets to see it coming down he will be happy!
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:49 Guest
12:49
[Comment From BrandonBrandon: ] 
What do I do if I can't find bread at the grocery store? There's no bread! I'm afraid.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:49 Brandon
12:49
[Comment From andrewandrew: ] 
Any chances for some 12+" in the mountains?
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:49 andrew
12:50
Brad Panovich: 
Mrs. Wilson i think you could make a snowman but you'll need to do it while it's snowing at 2-5am. If you wait all the snow melts quickly.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:50 Brad Panovich
12:50
Brad Panovich: 
Andrew, only a few highest peaks in the Smokies or Mt Mitchell, nothing in the valleys like that.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:50 Brad Panovich
12:50
Steve Lytttle: 
Gail, Brad said earlier about 1-2" but a lot more where heavier localized bands set up.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:50 Steve Lytttle
12:51
[Comment From JamesJames: ] 
Do you predict it to be worse in Gastonia than in Charlotte? Just wondering with me driving to charlotte in the morning for work
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:51 James
12:51
[Comment From JayJay: ] 
Should we buy Wonder Bread or just regular, and should we buy Old Fashioned or King Sliced?
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:51 Jay
12:51
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
just seems like it will be to warm
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:51 Guest
12:51
[Comment From Michael benfieldMichael benfield: ] 
Would love some thundersnow
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:51 Michael benfield
12:51
[Comment From JeanJean: ] 
Thanks for all this info! Yall rock! Bri
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:51 Jean
12:52
Steve Lytttle: 
(to the mom in Stanley) ... your 3-year-old will have to stay up mighty late to see the snow, I'm afraid. changeover not expected until 9-11 pm
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:52 Steve Lytttle
12:52
Brad Panovich: 
Here's a good example of the snow forecast problems, this is in MS from this the same storm.
 
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:52 Brad Panovich
12:52
[Comment From kimkim: ] 
trace? whats that
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:52 kim
12:52
[Comment From TravisTravis: ] 
Brad, just want to tell you YOU ROCK. Best meteorologist around! Thanks for all you do!
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:52 Travis
12:53
Brad Panovich: 
Kim, that means snow but not enough to measure= a Trace of snow.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:53 Brad Panovich
12:53
[Comment From JamesJames: ] 
Please Answer!!!!!! Should I see more snow in Gastonia than in Charlotte? Just wondering what to expect?
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:53 James
12:53
Brad Panovich@wxbrad
@ReddingWriting just too warm at the ground and moving too fast for that.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:53 wxbrad
12:53
[Comment From ericeric: ] 
ok ty brad
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:53 eric
12:54
Brad Panovich@wxbrad
Why are snow totals so hard to forecast, just look at the storm track record in MS. twitpic.com/bw0t6b #cltwx #ncwx #scwx
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:54 wxbrad
12:54
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
WOW wine is ranking higher than milk in your survey??? LOL
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:54 Guest
12:54
Steve Lytttle: 
James, n ot sure what Brad will say, but I'd guess Gastonia won't be too terribly different from Charlotte, but as we've been saying, there'll be some localized cells with heavy precip. there could be 1 inch in Gastonia, 1 inch in CLT, and you could find 4" between there in Belmont
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:54 Steve Lytttle
12:54
[Comment From ToddTodd: ] 
So by Saturday morning, do you suspect I-40 over the NC/TN border will be basically normal driving?
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:54 Todd
12:55
[Comment From TravisTravis: ] 
Everyone should give Brad a follow on twitter! Great information throughout the day
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:55 Travis
12:55
[Comment From nicknick: ] 
Thank you guys for doing this live hat...You are awesome
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:55 nick
12:55
[Comment From ChrisChris: ] 
Temperature is down to 40 degrees now in Winston-Salem. A significant drop in the last hour.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:55 Chris
12:56
Steve Lytttle: 
Todd, I-40 ought to be fine by Saturday morning. But wait until an hour or so after sunrise, for any re-frozen icy spots to thaw.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:56 Steve Lytttle
12:56
[Comment From charliecharlie: ] 
brad or steve what is the long range forcast is this the only time for snow this year
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:56 charlie
12:57
[Comment From MechelleMechelle: ] 
If I have a bonfire out back tonight will it prevent snow from falling in my yard?
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:57 Mechelle
12:57
Steve Lytttle: 
By the way, there are some bands of really heavy precip in western NC now. One line is not far west of HKY.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:57 Steve Lytttle
12:57
Brad Panovich: 
Charlie, I doubt it the pattern looks much more active and colder the rest of the winter. Our biggest snows come in Feb & Mar around here.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:57 Brad Panovich
12:57
[Comment From AmyAmy: ] 
The big question is will CMS have a 5 day weekend? (hopefully not!)
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:57 Amy
12:58
Steve Lytttle: 
Amy, I'd have to look at the schedule, but if you lose tomorrow to snow, isn't Tuesday the first makeup? Will check that. As for tomorrow ... sorry, we all have to wait and see.
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:58 Steve Lytttle
12:58
[Comment From PetePete: ] 
How likely is it that projections are incorrect and we get no snow at all?
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:58 Pete
12:59
Brad Panovich: 
Pete, it will snow no question about that, the only question is amounts
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:59 Brad Panovich
12:59
[Comment From GAILGAIL: ] 
does this include the Hickory area starting now?
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:59 GAIL
12:59
Brad Panovich: 
Forecast lows tomorrow morning from the NAM 4 model
 
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:59 Brad Panovich
12:59
Steve Lytttle: 
Amy, I'm wrong. 1st makeup day is Prez Day, Feb 18. But you might have to settle for a 4-day weekend. that's pretty good, right?
Thursday January 17, 2013 12:59 Steve Lytttle
1:00
[Comment From GAILGAIL: ] 
what is the temperature suppose to get down to tonight
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:00 GAIL
1:00
Brad Panovich: 
Gail about 30° in Charlotte.
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:00 Brad Panovich
1:00
[Comment From KeithKeith: ] 
Any wind advisories with this storm? Reason I ask is we're getting some pretty good gusts here in Mooresville.
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:00 Keith
1:00
Brad Panovich: 
Keith, not at this time
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:00 Brad Panovich
1:01
Steve Lytttle: 
concerning schools ... one big problem facing superintendents in the morning will be the localized heavy snow. they might have to call of classes for the whole county, even though only a portion is really buried.
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:01 Steve Lytttle
1:01
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
By looking at your maps.. Will storm weaken some as it tracks NE?
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:01 Guest
1:01
Brad Panovich: 
No weakening observed right now getting stronger in fact.
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:01 Brad Panovich
1:01
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
BRAD, GOING TO RUTHERFORDON TONIGHT ABOUT 5 RETURNING ABOUT 9-10. THINK I WILL HAVE TROUBLE ON ROADS? JOHN
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:01 Guest
1:02
Brad Panovich: 
John, no temps will be above 32° that whole time.
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:02 Brad Panovich
1:02
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
Snow in Cherryville?
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:02 Guest
1:02
[Comment From KaylaKayla: ] 
There is snow mixing in now with rain at Mooresville.
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:02 Kayla
1:02
[Comment From GAILGAIL: ] 
Iredell County schools are closed today thru Monday. This worked out great for them. They won't have to make up any time.
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:02 GAIL
1:03
Brad Panovich: 
Kayla, not likely too warm still there.
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:03 Brad Panovich
1:03
[Comment From LBLB: ] 
You always say that if it snows in ATL we'll get snow in Charlotte.... so is it snowing in Atlanta?
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:03 LB
1:03
Brad Panovich: 
LB, that only works about 30% of the time.
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:03 Brad Panovich
1:03
[Comment From PetePete: ] 
Will I need to buy a snowmobile to get to work tomorrow?
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:03 Pete
1:03
Brad Panovich: 
Pete not at all
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:03 Brad Panovich
1:03
[Comment From jamesjames: ] 
whereis the system now?
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:03 james
1:04
[Comment From Weather MomWeather Mom: ] 
Thanks for the weather chat! Love following the weather with you guys :)
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:04 Weather Mom
1:04
[Comment From RickRick: ] 
Yes, thanks to both Brad and Steve !!!!
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:04 Rick
1:04
[Comment From ChuckChuck: ] 
For Brandon. Don't fear, if there's no sliced bread, you'll just have to settle for hot dog buns.
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:04 Chuck
1:04
Brad Panovich: 
James it's over us now but the cold air aloft isn't here yet.
 
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:04 Brad Panovich
1:04
[Comment From BrianBrian: ] 
with the water actually laying in the grass, would that prevent snow from sticking?
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:04 Brian
1:05
Brad Panovich: 
Brian, it sure could we will need heavy bursts of snow for it to stick,
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:05 Brad Panovich
1:05
[Comment From BethBeth: ] 
I have dinner reservations with a friend at 6:30. Should I cancel?
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:05 Beth
1:05
Brad Panovich: 
Beth no
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:05 Brad Panovich
1:05
[Comment From BruceBruce: ] 
Hey guys.....this feedback is awesome! What are your thoughts on the Shelby area and Cleveland County?
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:05 Bruce
1:05
[Comment From RickRick: ] 
Flurries in Matthews
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:05 Rick
1:06
Brad Panovich: 
Bruce, 1-2" lots of melting, wet roads.
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:06 Brad Panovich
1:06
[Comment From TeacherTeacher: ] 
Does Matthews stand a chance of seeing any snow even if it doesn't stick?
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:06 Teacher
1:06
Brad Panovich: 
Rick, sorry it;s not.
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:06 Brad Panovich
1:06
Steve Lytttle: 
Teacher, Matthews should see some snow, but whether anything accumulates is another story.
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:06 Steve Lytttle
1:06
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
how much snow will charlotte and concord expect to get by 8 pm etc? Need to know due to events..schools etc.
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:06 Guest
1:07
Brad Panovich: 
Teacher, only on grass unless it gets very heavy.
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:07 Brad Panovich
1:07
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
I would wake my 3 year old up for it!!! He has been checking the window all morning!!!
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:07 Guest
1:07
Brad Panovich: 
none by 8pm
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:07 Brad Panovich
1:07
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
Are we sure this storm isn't going to be like Manti's girlfriend... not real?
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:07 Guest
1:07
[Comment From GAILGAIL: ] 
what about Fayetteville and eastward?
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:07 GAIL
1:07
[Comment From JimJim: ] 
How much snow fall for Concord?
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:07 Jim
1:08
Brad Panovich: 
guest it's already here so its real, the snow starts tonight.
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:08 Brad Panovich
1:08
Brad Panovich: 
Jim 1-2" but lots of melting, you might miss it if you don;t stay up all night.
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:08 Brad Panovich
1:08
[Comment From JonJon: ] 
Brad what time do you anticipate snow beginning to fall in the charlotte area?
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:08 Jon
1:08
Brad Panovich: 
It currently is not snowing anywhere in our area as of 1pm EST.
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:08 Brad Panovich
1:09
Brad Panovich: 
Jon 9pm-12am
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:09 Brad Panovich
1:09
[Comment From JohnJohn: ] 
Looks like towards the end of the system (12am-2am hour) Temperatures begin to rise a few degrees ~3F, however, still above freezing mark.. is this due to decrease in the amount of pcpn?
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:09 John
1:09
Brad Panovich: 
John not likely, don't see that happening with precip falling.
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:09 Brad Panovich
1:10
[Comment From GAILGAIL: ] 
Will Fayetteville, N.C. be getting any of this snow?
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:10 GAIL
1:10
Brad Panovich: 
Gail, not likely
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:10 Brad Panovich
1:10
[Comment From BrianBrian: ] 
so basically any accumlation would be on houses, trees, power lines, etc.? anything but the ground. correct? lol
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:10 Brian
1:10
Brad Panovich: 
Brian, could very well be like that.
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:10 Brad Panovich
1:10
[Comment From Cheri AnneCheri Anne: ] 
I live in Cherryville, will we get any of that snow? It's pouring non-stop now.
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:10 Cheri Anne
1:10
Brad Panovich: 
yes Cheri
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:10 Brad Panovich
1:10
[Comment From BobBob: ] 
Brad/Steve: This chat is a great idea. Is this new? Also, driving to Blowing Rock in the afternoon. Should I be concerned?
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:10 Bob
1:11
Brad Panovich: 
Bob, thanks and no we have done this many times, and what time are going?
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:11 Brad Panovich
1:11
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
Salisbury snow?
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:11 Guest
1:12
[Comment From GAILGAIL: ] 
This is awesome...thanks guys!
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:12 GAIL
1:12
Brad Panovich: 
yes snow will fall almost everywhere, snow accumulations will vary from zero-4"
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:12 Brad Panovich
1:12
[Comment From JulieJulie: ] 
I need to drive to Kentucky either tonight or tomorrow morning. My options are to leave tonight and get a few hours down the road or wake up very early (5:00 am) and go tomorrow. Do you have any insight to how the roads west of here will be?
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:12 Julie
1:12
Brad Panovich: 
Julie, not good tonight at all going that way, crossing the mountains overnight is not advised.
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:12 Brad Panovich
1:13
[Comment From AllenAllen: ] 
Heading to Asheville tomorrow night...will the snow melt too soon for me to enjoy a winter wonderland this weekend?
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:13 Allen
1:13
Brad Panovich: 
Alleen, should be lots in the higher elevation but likely melting down in the valley.
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:13 Brad Panovich
1:13
[Comment From Roberto TRoberto T: ] 
One more time. Areas near Lake Norman will be effected more???
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:13 Roberto T
1:13
Brad Panovich: 
Allen, sorry!
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:13 Brad Panovich
1:14
Brad Panovich: 
Roberto, everywhere will see snow you are under a Winter Storm Warning. The amounts are the only question.
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:14 Brad Panovich
1:14
Steve Lytttle: 
Folks, just got a notice from Charlotte DOT. They'll begin salting bridges and overpasses at 10 pm and say their trucks will be on duty all night. they're at Level A ... lowest priority level
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:14 Steve Lytttle
1:14
[Comment From JessieJessie: ] 
Sitting in Anson County with fingers crossed for even a glimpse of snow!! On a side note, let Steve know that I look forward to his weather posts year-round. I love that guy!
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:14 Jessie
1:14
[Comment From KimberlyKimberly: ] 
Isn't brining roads a waste of time with rain washing off the streets?
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:14 Kimberly
1:15
Steve Lytttle: 
Jessie, you'll probably see some snow falling tonight but probably won't see anything on the ground down that way. thanks for the kind words.
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:15 Steve Lytttle
1:15
Steve Lytttle: 
Brining is a waste, because the rain washes it away. They won't do that today. They're waiting until 10 p.m., figuring it'll be snow falling then, not rain.
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:15 Steve Lytttle
1:16
[Comment From BrianBrian: ] 
if it's possible, can you keep Facebook updated about any changes or times it should start tonight?
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:16 Brian
1:16
[Comment From BobBob: ] 
Do you guys tweet? If so what is your handle?
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:16 Bob
1:16
[Comment From KarlKarl: ] 
Mt Mitchell showing 37 degrees. Has been slowly droppong there.
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:16 Karl
1:16
[Comment From CoachCoach: ] 
Catawba County Schools have cancelled all after school events. Our district (Lincoln) has not. Wise choice?
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:16 Coach
1:16
Steve Lytttle: 
@slyttle
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:16 Steve Lytttle
1:17
Brad Panovich: 
Bob do I tweet? LOL @wxbrad
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:17 Brad Panovich
1:17
[Comment From EricEric: ] 
I Remember being in Raleigh back in 2000 where WRAL predicted 1 to 2" overnight and Waking to over 20" . You never know what Mother Nature has planned.
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:17 Eric
1:17
[Comment From RobertRobert: ] 
Lets see that snowman snow meter....need to see whether I need to get milk
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:17 Robert
1:17
[Comment From CaseyCasey: ] 
How much snow for Cleveland County?
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:17 Casey
1:17
Brad Panovich: 
Eric, that won't be the case here the storm is just moving too fast and too small to do that.
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:17 Brad Panovich
1:17
Steve Lytttle: 
Coach, if your after-school events are done by 6-8 pm, should be no problem. I don't think there's basketball on Thursdays, but anything after 9 pm or so gets kinda squirelly
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:17 Steve Lytttle
1:18
[Comment From JoshJosh: ] 
why do charlotteans stock up on milk and bread when a snow storm is approaching that will only keep them inside for at most 12 hours..most of which will be spent asleep?
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:18 Josh
1:18
[Comment From BrianBrian: ] 
i'd love for it to snow like it did in 2000. that was a nice huge storm!
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:18 Brian
1:18
[Comment From JustinJustin: ] 
what can we expect in the Weddington/Waxhaw area?
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:18 Justin
1:18
Brad Panovich: 
Brian, exactly hugs nor'easter storm this is tiny thing.
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:18 Brad Panovich
1:19
Brad Panovich: 
Justin snow will fall only minor accumulations 1" on grass melting fast.
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:19 Brad Panovich
1:19
[Comment From AntoineAntoine: ] 
how long do you think the snow will stay on the ground.... is it suppose to be cold on the days afterwards
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:19 Antoine
1:19
Brad Panovich: 
Antoine, only a few hours is that.
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:19 Brad Panovich
1:19
Brad Panovich: 
*if that*
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:19 Brad Panovich
1:19
[Comment From wilwil: ] 
could we go sledding or make snowballs will it stick to the roads
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:19 wil
1:20
Brad Panovich: 
if you are up all night yes Wil, but by morning most snow will be melting super fast.
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:20 Brad Panovich
1:20
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
What has Char. Meck said about School Closings???
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:20 Guest
1:20
Brad Panovich: 
CMS will not make any decisions until early tomorrow.
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:20 Brad Panovich
1:20
[Comment From austinaustin: ] 
when will it start snowing in eagle springs nc
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:20 austin
1:21
[Comment From CaseyCasey: ] 
How much snow will be on the ground for Cleveland County?
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:21 Casey
1:21
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
where is Eagle Springs, NC?
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:21 Guest
1:21
Brad Panovich: 
Eagle Springs after 1am
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:21 Brad Panovich
1:22
[Comment From LibbyLibby: ] 
do you think it will be bad enough in the morning for UNC Charlotte to CLOSE?
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:22 Libby
1:22
Brad Panovich: 
Casey, impossible to say it depends on when you look and if bands set up on you.
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:22 Brad Panovich
1:22
Which do you prefer:
The 70 degrees of last weekend
 ( 42% )
The possible snow going into this weekend
 ( 58% )

Thursday January 17, 2013 1:22 
1:23
[Comment From BobBob: ] 
brad: 15,300 followers on twitter. Steve: 450. Hey Charlotte, give steve some twitter love.
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:23 Bob
1:23
[Comment From UsmanUsman: ] 
I live right off independence on sharon amity... what should i expect?
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:23 Usman
1:23
Brad Panovich: 
Bob, LOL yes indeed!
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:23 Brad Panovich
1:23
Steve Lytttle: 
Libby, I wouldn' t plan very heavily on that.
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:23 Steve Lytttle
1:23
[Comment From StephanieStephanie: ] 
When do you expect to start seeing the weather conditions get really bad?
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:23 Stephanie
1:23
[Comment From UsmanUsman: ] 
walmarts out of strawberry pop tarts... can we expect new shipments by this evening?
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:23 Usman
1:23
[Comment From wilwil: ] 
i saw that boone is seeing light snow right now
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:23 wil
1:24
Brad Panovich: 
Stephanie, not until after midnight.
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:24 Brad Panovich
1:24
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
Why is the snow cutoff seemingly always I85 in mecklenburg? Also, what are the chances the changeover takes longer than anticipated. I'm thinking 100%
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:24 Guest
1:24
Steve Lytttle: 
thanks, Bob. Brad is a social media king. I still have bitter fights to add contacts to my iPhone
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:24 Steve Lytttle
1:24
Brad Panovich: 
Wil, no heavy rain and 40° in Boone right now.
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:24 Brad Panovich
1:24
[Comment From LibbyLibby: ] 
Steve...NOT the answer I was hoping to get! :-)
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:24 Libby
1:24
[Comment From AllanAllan: ] 
what will kannapolis get accumulation wise?
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:24 Allan
1:24
[Comment From Weather MomWeather Mom: ] 
Usman...try the cinnamon pop-tarts...
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:24 Weather Mom
1:25
Brad Panovich: 
Allan, 1-2" melting fast
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:25 Brad Panovich
1:25
[Comment From Montague at SocratesMontague at Socrates: ] 
Could you explain to my class what thundersnow is. They don't believe me when I tell them!
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:25 Montague at Socrates
1:26
[Comment From JJ: ] 
My lunch hour is gone, back to work. Thanks for the info! :)
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:26 J
1:26
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
Heading out for stuff to make soup! hoping all the crazy milk and bread peope are gone!!
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:26 Guest
1:26
[Comment From UsmanUsman: ] 
Weather mom, lol... not my personal taste.
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:26 Usman
1:27
Jen Rothacker: 
Folks, we'll take a couple of more questions and then we'll have to bring the chat to a close. Steve and Brad, can you give us your final predictions/last-minute info?
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:27 Jen Rothacker
1:27
[Comment From TylerTyler: ] 
How much snow is excepted for Candor NC
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:27 Tyler
1:27
Steve Lytttle: 
Montague, if any of the Boyette girls are in your class, say hello for me. they're neighbors. Brad might dive into it, but my semi-scientific response is thundersnow is basically a thunderstorm that drops snow instead of rain. thunderstorms are a lot rarer in winter, but in intense systems, they can develop.
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:27 Steve Lytttle
1:27
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
Last time this happened my grocery store ran out of celery. Apparently everyone makes soup.
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:27 Guest
1:28
Brad Panovich: 
Thunderstorms form when the temperatures from the ground to about 10,000' have a differences of say 30°-60°. In the summer it could be 80° at the ground and 30° at 10,000' In the in the winter some times the air is so cold aloft -40° that 30° at the surfacec can bring thundersnow.
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:28 Brad Panovich
1:28
[Comment From MonMon: ] 
Sorry, just got here. Should we expect outages in the morning? If so, where?
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:28 Mon
1:28
[Comment From Montague at SocratesMontague at Socrates: ] 
We have one in the class nextdoor right now Steve.
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:28 Montague at Socrates
1:28
Steve Lytttle: 
Candor, like Eagle Springs, figures to get 1-2" that'll melt in a hurry.
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:28 Steve Lytttle
1:29
Brad Panovich: 
Ok taking off everyone follow my updates on Twitter @wxbrad or Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/bradpanovich Thanks!
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:29 Brad Panovich
1:29
[Comment From LindseyLindsey: ] 
Thanks guys. You both are awesome!
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:29 Lindsey
1:30
Brad Panovich: 
My forecast 1-2" but lots of melting round Charlotte.
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:30 Brad Panovich
1:30
Steve Lytttle: 
Mon, I don't think outages will be a big problem here in the Piedmont. They are more likely where the heaviest snow falls (mtns.), because the heavy wet snow could bring down tree limbs
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:30 Steve Lytttle
1:30
Jen Rothacker: 
Thanks, everybody! And a big thanks to Steve and Brad. Keep tuned to CharlotteObserver.com and WCNC-TV for all the updates. Have a safe rest of the day!
Thursday January 17, 2013 1:30 Jen Rothacker
1:30
 

 
 
 


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