RALEIGH – Governor Pat McCrory declared a state of emergency ahead of this week’s winter storm.

Before the snow and ice reached Orange County, it was already hitting a major part of the state.

***Listen to The Governor’s Remarks***

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Gov. McCrory Addresses Impending Winter Weather
Governor Pat McCrory declared a state of emergency ahead of this week's winter storm.
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