Gov. Stein, state emergency officials to talk upcoming storm
Governor Josh Stein, alongside state emergency officials, will share updates on Wednesday's winter storm.
The briefing starts at 11:15 a.m. in Raleigh.
RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) -- Winter weather returned to central North Carolina this week.
Gov. Josh Stein declared a State of Emergency during a Tuesday briefing.
Several weather alerts were issued for the ABC11 viewing area, including a Winter Storm Warning and Watch, and a Winter Weather Advisory.
A mixed bag, including snow, sleet, and freezing rain, developed Wednesday morning and increased into the afternoon. Precipitation will then taper off late Wednesday night. Another light batch is possible Thursday morning into the afternoon.
The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) sent dozens of trucks to treat roads early this week. Officials said they believe Wednesday's storm will be complex for crews and the response could be tricky. Utility crews are also on standby.
Governor Josh Stein, alongside state emergency officials, will share updates on Wednesday's winter storm.
The briefing starts at 11:15 a.m. in Raleigh.