Don, I have a special place in my heart for the Gulf Coast. I was stationed at NAS Pensacola, and spent some time at the NCBC Gulfport and New Orleans. Great people, great region! I could not be happier for you folks.
I may be mistaken, but I don't believe that's the LOW we're tracking. I believe that is the same surface low that showed up on the 12z NAM yesterday and was chalked up to a reflection of the northern stream wave.
Exactly what I was about to say but in all fairness, they likely have the toughest forecasting region East of the Mississippi hence why they're habitually thorough.
I think you can extend that eastern heavy snow boundary all the way to the escarpment but overall a good sign.
The latest ICON run looked good for WNC as well.
It's heartbreaking to see our beloved mountains in the shape they are. But we will prevail!
I hope everyone on this forum is safe and has what they need. If you do no not, do not hesitate to reach out!