Heavy Snow — Northwest Carter, Tennessee

2009-12-18 to 2009-12-19 · Northwest Carter, Tennessee

Event narrative

Law enforcement personnel reported 5 to 6 inches of snow fell across the valley.

Wider weather episode

An area of low pressure tracked into the region from the south combined with cold air resulting in heavy snow across the area. The heaviest snow fell over the higher elevations where 10-12 inches was reported. The valley locations received up to 4 inches of snow.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 205601. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.