Maybe a foot here. Hard to tell because its drifted. Sleet on top is firm enough to hold birds who are eating feed I tossed out. The squirrels are SOL.
Watching the weather channel guys in Asheville and Boone. There is no end to the inanity of their commentary.
“Look at this tree. One side is totally dry and the other side is wet. This shows the prevailing winds”
They brought in an “auto expert” from buffalo NY to discuss the hazards of front wheel drive in snow. She was close to a ringer for Marissa Torme in My Cousin Vinny complete with NY accent. I wished Cantore had called her Miss Vito at least once.
While you drive somewhat differently with front wheel drive in snow/ice, the only hazard is attempting to overdrive your safe distance. I intentionally sought out front wheel drive cars over rear wheel when in New England and was very glad I did. I think the only "hazard" is being overconfident and letting your guard down when conditions dictate otherwise.
My Mom in Grayson Co., VA has at least 15” so far and still coming down hard. She lives at the base of Iron Mountain.