Were you part of the “haves” or the “have not-so-muchers” this week? Those who live in the higher elevations received a big dose of snow while the Asheville Regional Airport saw just a trace.
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The snow moon: Will it be right?
Did you know that each full moon has a name? Most of us have heard of the Harvest Moon, the full moon that occurs in October. In North America, the full moon in February is known as the Snow Moon (or the Storm Moon). February’s full moon occurred on Monday of this week, and it made a beautiful entrance over the eastern horizon.
Storify: Asheville’s icy Friday
A Storify roundup of ice reports, photos and more from Twitter about today’s icy conditions. (Photo by Caitlin Byrd)
Winter is about to arrive
After three days of rain, many locations in Western North Carolina have reported significant rainfall. Now, the larger-scale weather pattern appears to be shifting into a more winter-like pattern for the Eastern U.S., with a significant winter storm expected later today and arctic air moving in over the weekend. So, hold on: It looks like it’s going to be a bumpy ride!
Thousands without power in WNC after wind takes out trees
It was a cold, dark first night of winter for many in our region, as high winds took out power all over Western North Caroilna. (pictured: a Progress Energy lineman working to restore power in 2010; photo by Bill Rhodes)
Sudden storm hits Asheville, destroys Art in the Park tent booths (Video)
Video and Twitter coverage of the sudden storm that struck Buncombe County this afternoon that downed trees, knocked power and destroyed tent-booth installations at downtown’s Art in the Park event.
Food news to go: News of the Asheville food (and beer) scene in small bites
Jack of Hearts comes to Weaverville in April and more.
Continuing power outages, restorations and resources
First the good news: Many WNC residents (including the animal shelter on Lees Creek Road) have had their power restored. But for others, especially those in rural areas, today marks the fourth day without electricity.
The storm, in Twitpics
WNC residents shared their blizzard experiences by uploading images to Twitter.