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Published on January 05, 2025
Winter Weather Advisory Issued for East Tennessee, Including Knoxville, Amidst Snow and Freezing RainSource: X/NWS Morristown

The National Weather Service in Morristown has issued a Winter Weather Advisory effective from 10 AM EST to 7 PM EST this evening for parts of East Tennessee, including Sullivan, Hamblen, Loudon, Knox, and Jefferson. According to the advisory, a mix of snow and freezing rain is expected to transition to rain as temperatures rise slowly. For residents in the area, a minor accumulation of a dusting of snow along with a light glaze to one-tenth of an inch of ice is forecasted.

Travelers are advised to be cautious, as road conditions are likely to be slippery. The NWS Winter Weather Advisory advises that "Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the commute on Sunday morning through early afternoon and on Monday morning." The Knoxville area is also advised to cautiously prepare, as precipitation is expected to shift from snow and freezing rain in the morning to all rain by noon with the temperature climbing to a high near 37 degrees.

In addition to the advisory, a High Wind Warning has been issued for parts of the East Tennessee mountains and adjacent foothills with gusts up to 60 mph possible tonight and into early Monday morning. Such winds can down trees and power lines leading to power outages. Residents are urged to secure outdoor items and be prepared for potential wind-related impacts.

Looking ahead to the rest of the week, the Knoxville area's forecast indicates variable weather. Monday may see a chance of rain preceding a mix of rain and snow, and by Tuesday, conditions are expected to clear up, leading to mostly sunny skies with temperatures in the low 30s, as reported by the National Weather Service. As the week progresses, there may be a chance for impactful wintry precipitation later in the week.

Residents across the affected regions are encouraged to stay informed and to prepare for changing conditions. For up-to-date road conditions, travelers can obtain information from their State Department of Transportation or by dialing 511 from their phones, the NWS Winter Weather Advisory noted.