Weather Alerts For Galax, VA

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Blacksburg VA 839 PM EST Thu Dec 18 2025 Ashe-Alleghany NC-Watauga-Grayson-Carroll-Floyd-Roanoke- Including the cities of Salem, Boone, Independence, Sparta, Volney, Galax, Floyd, Whitetop, West Jefferson, Roanoke, and Troutdale 839 PM EST Thu Dec 18 2025 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 10 PM EST FRIDAY... * WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible. * WHERE...In North Carolina, Alleghany NC, Ashe, and Watauga Counties. In Virginia, Carroll, Floyd, Grayson, and Roanoke Counties. * WHEN...From 7 AM to 10 PM EST Friday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Watch for falling debris, tree limbs, and downed power lines. Use caution if you must drive. &&