Transylvania County Winter Storm Fern Update, Noon
Transylvania County first responder agencies are responding to down trees and power line calls and other emergencies throughout the county. Residents are strongly urged to stay home unless there is an emergency as the winter weather will continue this afternoon and responders need to be able to safely navigate road conditions to answer calls for service.
Roads remain slick and will become more hazardous this afternoon as the weather service estimates an additional .5 to .75 in of ice before the storm ends on top of the estimated .25 accumulation already in place. This will pose increased risk of power outages and road conditions will continue to deteriorate as colder temperatures refreeze and melting that may occur midday. A cold weather advisory has been issued with wild chills as low as -7 degrees.
An estimated 4,600 customers in the county are without power between Duke Energy and Haywood Electric. Continue to prioritize safety regarding use of secondary heat sources using proper ventilation.
Non-emergency county offices and services will be closed on Monday, January 26.