The City of Monroe is monitoring a winter weather system expected to impact much of North Carolina this weekend, with potential impacts extending into early next week.
According to North Carolina Emergency Management, confidence continues to increase that a significant winter storm will affect the region beginning Saturday and continuing through Monday. A Winter Storm Watch is currently in effect, with the potential for a mix of snow, sleet, and freezing rain, along with dangerously cold temperatures following the storm.
Forecasts indicate hazardous travel conditions, possible power outages, and lingering impacts into early next week as below normal temperatures move in behind the system. While specific precipitation amounts are still being refined, now is the time for residents and businesses to prepare.
The City of Monroe recommends community members visit our Winter Weather Preparedness resource page with local information on:
- How the City prepares and responds to winter weather
- What residents and businesses can do before, during, and after a storm
- Reporting outages and issues
- Emergency vs. non-emergency communications
- How to receive City alerts and updates
Visit the City’s Winter Weather Preparedness page for full details and resources.
The City will continue monitoring conditions and will share updates related to City services, facilities, and safety as the forecast evolves.