The National Weather Service in Mount Holly has issued a Winter storm warning for heavy snow, which is in effect from 8 PM Monday

to 6 PM EDT Tuesday.

Snow accumulation of 8 to 18 inches is expected.

Snow will begin Monday evening from southwest to northeast across the warning area, becoming heavy at times with snowfall

rates of one to two inches per hour late Monday night and Tuesday morning. Snow will diminish by Tuesday evening.

The heavy snow will make travel difficult or impossible late Monday night and Tuesday.

* WINDS...Northeast 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph.

A Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Significant amounts of snow are forecast that will make travel dangerous. Only travel in an emergency. If you must travel...keep an extra flashlight...

food...and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.