Winter Storm Event
Snow
Started: February 16, 1996 at 2 am EST Ended: February 16, 1996 at 11 pm EST |
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Snow occurred in the mountains of northwest North Carolina and in portions of north-central North Carolina during the morning hours on the 16th. The snow accumulated from 3 to 6 inches in the mountains and mainly from 1 to 3 inches east of the mountains. Numerous traffic accidents were reported. Blowing and drifting snow occurred over many areas. Interstate 40 through Buncombe and Haywood counties was especially hazardous with several multi vehicle accidents. Very cold and windy weather accompanied the snow. | |||
Injuries | not available | Deaths | not available |
Property Damage | not available | Crop Damage | not available |
Atmospheric Maps | Large-scale maps of 500 mb Heights, Jet Stream Winds, and Sea Level Pressure from this event | ||
Event Analysis from the National Weather Service in Raleigh | |||
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Weather Station Data
Snow Sleet Freezing Rain Rain Mix |
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