The Snow Is Over, But Cold Temperatures Hang On Across The Triad

Bitter cold is gripping North Carolina after a weekend snowstorm that killed at least one person.

Overnight low temperatures ranged from near zero in Forsyth and Guilford counties Monday morning, but forecasters say a warm-up is on the way.

Still, as of noon Monday, the National Weather Service had winter weather advisories in effect for many counties across North Carolina, including those in the Triad. Driving conditions remained hazardous because of leftover snow and ice and cold temperatures.

Duke Energy reported more than 3,000 customers without electricity Monday morning.

Many schools and government offices were closed Monday, and at least one person has died because of the weather. Gov. Roy Cooper said one person was killed Sunday when a car skidded off an icy Interstate 73/74 in Montgomery County.

The cold snap is expected to lift midweek with temperatures shooting up quickly. Highs in the 60s are expected to arrive in Triad counties by Thursday.