A significant winter storm is expected to impact our region Saturday into Sunday. While exact timing and amounts remain fluid, forecasters warn this storm could bring a combination of snow, sleet, freezing rain, and cold temperatures. Hazardous travel, slick roads, and the potential for service disruptions are possible.
The Town of Waxhaw is actively monitoring conditions and will provide regular updates on a dedicated webpage waxhaw.com/storm, through our social media channels, and via the Waxhaw Connect app.
What Residents Should Do Before the Storm
Winter storms can be unpredictable. Preparing early helps protect your household and reduces risks:
- Know the Forecast & Alerts. Sign up for UC Alerts to receive timely updates.
- Build or Restock Essentials
- Have enough food and water for at least 3 days.
- Include medications, pet supplies, and warm clothing.
- Keep batteries, flashlights, and a battery-powered radio on hand.
Winterize Your Home
- Insulate pipes and let faucets drip slightly during freezing weather to help prevent pipe freezing.
- Close gaps around doors and windows; add weather stripping if needed.
- Never use a charcoal grill, camp stove, or generator indoors. Carbon monoxide poisoning is a serious risk and could cause death.
Plan for Power Outages
- Keep mobile devices charged.
- Have a safe, outdoor space for generator use if needed.
- Consider extra blankets and warm layers should heat be limited.
- Report outages to your power provider. The Town of Waxhaw does not provide power.
Travel Only If Necessary
- Roads can become slick quickly, especially bridges and overpasses. If travel is absolutely needed, drive slowly and allow extra stopping time.
- If possible, plan to stay off the roads when winter precipitation begins.
Town of Waxhaw Preparations & Services
Roads & Thoroughfares
- Our main thoroughfares, NC-75, NC-16, and Waxhaw-Marvin Road are maintained by NCDOT. Residents should check real-time road conditions at DriveNC.gov.
Public Services Operations
- Our Public Services team will pre-treat and spread salt on sidewalks around Downtown Waxhaw, the Police Department, and Town Hall.
- Public Services crews will be on call throughout the storm to respond to urgent issues.
Parks, Trails, and Programs
- Parks and Trails may close as conditions warrant to keep visitors safe. We do not have exact closure times yet, but updates will be posted as soon as they are available.
- Due to the forecasted storm, all programs and rentals scheduled for this weekend are canceled.
- Programs and rentals scheduled for next week may be canceled depending on the storm impact. Regular updates will be provided.
Where to Get Updates
- Your best source for the latest information is our Winter Storm Updates page: waxhaw.com/storm.
- We will also share key notices through Town of Waxhaw social media channels: @townofwaxhawnc
- Waxhaw Connect app push alerts
Stay safe, stay informed, and plan ahead as this system approaches.
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