News Summary
Asheville, North Carolina is currently enjoying record-breaking warmth, with temperatures soaring to 72 degrees. This unusual weather trend is not limited to Asheville, as nearby cities also experience similarly high temperatures. While locals bask in the sun, forecasters remind everyone that winter is not finished yet, predicting a return of colder temperatures soon. Amid the warm weather, Asheville also witnessed protests against immigration policies and resolved an Amber Alert for a missing child. Overall, this February has brought unexpected weather and community engagement.
Asheville Swelters with Unprecedented February Heat!
Asheville, North Carolina, is basking in a *record-breaking* warm spell that seems almost too good to be true for February! For several days now, the city has enjoyed balmy highs reaching into the 70s, with today’s temperature surging to a sunny 72 degrees. Remarkably, this is just one degree shy of the record-high of 73 degrees set way back in 1890! Talk about some *historic warmth* for this time of year!
But Asheville isn’t alone in this surprising weather trend. Nearby cities like Charlotte and the Upstate have also been riding this warm wave. In Charlotte, locals experienced a toasty high of 80 degrees, blowing past the previous record of 76 degrees dating back to 1927! Meanwhile, Greenville/Spartanburg didn’t want to be left out either, hitting a sweltering 81 degrees, which ties the all-time warmest temperature for February.
Winter Is Not Done Yet!
Before you start dreaming of summer barbecue parties, forecasters are quick to remind everyone that winter isn’t over just yet. Predictions are stirring of colder temperatures making an unwelcome comeback next week, along with the possibility of some wintry weather. So, best to keep those winter coats handy for a bit longer!
Asheville’s Streets Filled with Protesters
As protest signs filled the streets with messages like “We the immigrants make America great” and “Migration is not a crime,” demonstrators took to Patton and Broadway, temporarily stopping traffic for about 20 minutes before marching to Pack Square Park. Many participants shared their deeply personal stories about how immigration policies affect families, emphasizing that immigrants contribute significantly to their communities and work tirelessly. Thankfully, no arrests were reported during the peaceful protest.
A Bright Ending with an Amber Alert Resolved
As the winter continues to deliver unusual temperatures, there have been some *unseasonable sights* around North Carolina, with daffodils already blooming in late January. This warmth has led to reports of temperatures climbing as high as 84 degrees in other parts of the state, highlighting another unusual winter season. Climate scientists attribute these startling weather patterns to global carbon pollution and the pervasive effects of climate change.
With snowfall becoming increasingly rare and some areas falling into significant snow droughts, locals are left wondering what other surprises this February might have in store. So grab your sunglasses, enjoy the sunshine, and stay tuned for more weather ups and downs ahead!
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Additional Resources
- ABC11: Asheville Rally Against Immigration Policies
- WLOS: Asheville Police Warn of Rally Congestion
- AVLtoday: Asheville Winter Weather Forecast
- NC Newsline: This Winter is Packing Heat
- WLOS: February Ties for Warmest on Record
- Wikipedia: Climate Change
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