Winter Weather Updates
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Collapse ▲As winter weather is expected to impact parts of North Carolina, Gov. Josh Stein has issued a temporary state of emergency and transportation waiver to help reduce disruptions to agriculture and the food supply chain.
The waiver, issued under state emergency authority, temporarily suspends certain motor vehicle weight restrictions for vehicles transporting agricultural commodities, livestock, poultry and crops ready to be harvested. The goal is simple: give farmers and food producers flexibility to move products quickly and safely ahead of the storm.
What the waiver does
According to guidance shared by the N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, the waiver:
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Temporarily suspends statewide vehicle weighing requirements for eligible agricultural loads
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Applies to vehicles transporting livestock, poultry and crops ready for harvest
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Is intended to prevent economic losses and protect animal welfare during severe weather conditions
The full executive order, including specific conditions and limitations, is available on the Governor’s website.
What to know
The waiver does not remove all safety requirements. Vehicles must still operate safely, comply with posted bridge and road limits and may not be operated if they pose a hazard to public safety. Law enforcement retains authority to intervene if conditions become unsafe.
This temporary flexibility helps ensure food, livestock and essential agricultural products can be moved efficiently as farmers and producers prepare for winter weather impacts across the state.
Timely tools you can use
Winter storms can affect more than travel. Power outages, food safety concerns and home heating risks often follow. N.C. Cooperative Extension works year-round to help families and communities prepare for situations like these.
See below for a selection of resources that may be especially useful in the days ahead:
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ReadyNC: Winter Weather Preparedness
Guidance from state emergency management on preparing your home, vehicle and family for winter storms. -
Food Safety When the Power Goes Out
How long food stays safe during an outage and when it’s time to throw it out. -
Foods That Require No Cooking
Shelf-stable food ideas that can help families plan ahead when power is unreliable. -
Carbon Monoxide Safety
What to know about using generators, space heaters and other alternative heat sources safely.
For real-time weather forecasts, road conditions and emergency instructions, residents should continue to follow guidance from local governments, emergency management officials and trusted weather sources, including the National Weather Service and ReadyNC.
For food safety information, agricultural production guidance and household safety tips before and after the storm, your local N.C. Cooperative Extension center remains a trusted source of practical, research-based resources that help North Carolinians stay safe and prepared year-round.