snOMG’26: Live Edition

SnOMG’26 is your home for updates on all the news related to this weekend’s potential winter storm. Got a news tip to share such as power outages, road conditions and more? Contact us at [email protected]

Thursday, Jan. 22

9:46 a.m. – There has been lots of talk over the last couple of days how this storm might compare to the ice storm of 2002, which crippled the Charlotte area for weeks. WCNC’s Brad Panovich explains why this storm isn’t comparable to 2002.

6:00 a.m. – Here are some tips from the Red Cross that we shared last winter on how to prep for a storm. Our favorite: “If you feel too warm, remove layers to avoid sweating; if you feel chilled, add layers.” Second favorite:Noted, and appreciated.

Wednesday, Jan. 21 

7:30 p.m. – Does anyone remember the ice storm from 20 years ago? It was a doozy.

4:43 p.m. – New to the Lake Norman area and haven’t settled on a favorite meteorologist? WCNC’s Brad Panovich is the voice of reason and your best weather guide over the next 72 hours.

3:34 p.m. – Full-blown panic buying isn’t official underway at area grocery stores this afternoon but is expected to increase tonight and tomorrow. Fans of Tito’s will find the shelves fully stocked at the ABC store.

1:03 p.m. – The National Weather Service has issued a winter story advisory for parts of North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia from Saturday through Monday afternoon.

7:31 a.m. – Town officials updated elected officials at Tuesday night’s board meeting on prepping roads ahead of the weekend.