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Long-time Raleigh County Residents Shocked by Possibility of Spring Snow

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With winter weather in the forecast, many in Beckley were bundled up tight Sunday.

Bob and Melba Underwood, residents of Ghent, were surprised by the possibility of snow in April.  

"It really is a shock that it's going to occur, but we can adapt to it no problem," said Bob Underwood.

Melba Underwood, meanwhile, was not convinced. "I am shocked! My trees have been in bloom and here comes the snow…I'm not ready for it."

Bob and Melba Underwood have lived in Raleigh County for more than 20 years. They said this is the first time they have seen snow this late in the year.