(ASHEVILLE, N.C.) SMOKIES.LIVE – The National Park Service has announced a parkwide closure starting on Friday in advance of the winter storm impacting the Blue Ridge Parkway.
The closure will include all sections of the parkway in Virginia and North Carolina and will begin on the evening of Friday.
“Due to the severity of the storm and anticipated widespread impacts, including potential delays in emergency response, winter recreation is STRONGLY discouraged. The Parkway is not salted and is minimally plowed, so emergency vehicles will not be able to easily or safely access those in need of assistance. The storm is also likely to cause fallen trees and debris. Please help keep yourself, park staff and first responders safe by avoiding the area,” the park posted on Facebook.
Closures are expected to remain in place until staff can safely assess road conditions and clear any storm debris. Road status updates will be made on the park’s website as they are available.
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