ALERT For Strong Southerly Winds Saturday Afternoon & Evening With 20-40+ MPH Gusts (Especially At Mid-Upper Elevations)
Residents and travelers at mid-upper elevations should use caution and be alert for the possibility of breaking-falling tree limbs, etc…given wet soil conditions and strong gusts.
High Knob Massif Webcam – University Of Virginia’s College At Wise
Strong winds are generating an array of orographic cloud forms across the High Knob Massif area, with both standing waves and other types ( like lenticular ) being observed.
Black Mountain Mesonet
I first highlighted the possible need for an alert in my headlines for the 113018 Forecast period.
Lonesome Pine Airport In Wise
*A wintry pattern returns next week with cold air and several possible snow and rime producing waves.
The first period of interest for snow and cold being during December 4-7, with orographic upslope flow enhancement on NW-N flow. Rime formation is now expected to begin in the High Knob Massif, at upper elevations, by later on Monday ( December 3 ).
*The potential for major winter storm development is being monitored for the December 8-9 period. A more widespread regional impact exists during this time.
