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February 2010
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Virginia Department of Military Affairs wraps up...
RICHMOND, Va. —The Virginia Department of Military Affairs expects to have its active snow recovery missions closed out by late afternoon Feb. 12 and will shift focus to safely returning Soldiers to their home station. The DMA has been assisting state and local emergency services organizations respond to the historic winter snowstorm that blanketed Virginia since Gov. Bob McDonnell declared a...
McDonnell Updates VDOT Snow Removal Progress in...
Governor Directed Additional Equipment to Area to Speed Recovery
Encourages Residents to Email VDOT at novainfo@vdot.virginia.gov to Report Any Dangerous Local Conditions
RICHMOND – Governor Bob McDonnell today updated the progress made by the Virginia Department of Transportation in responding to the historic back-to-back snowstorms that struck Northern Virginia in a period of just 6 days.
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10 a.m. Shelter update
All shelters have closed.
For more information, dial 2-1-1.
Through 211, the Virginia Department of Social Services can help residents
* seeking assistance for an elderly or disabled person during the storm
* who need information on warming shelters in the area
* who are concerned about an unsheltered individual or family at risk of hypothermia.
7:51 p.m. Update: Situation Report 14 is now... →
9:58: a.m. Update: VDOT FOCUSES EMERGENCY CREWS IN...
More than 200 extra pieces of equipment already in area, 50 more dispatched today
RICHMOND — Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) crews in northern Virginia and the northern Shenandoah Valley are getting assistance battling the fourth winter snowstorm to befall the area in the last two weeks.
Additional VDOT crews from Hampton Roads, Richmond, Lynchburg and Salem were dispatched...
9:30 a.m. Update: Situation Reports 12 and 13 are... →
5:37 p.m. Update: Virginia State Police Activity...
Between 8 a.m. Tuesday and 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Virginia State Police statewide have responded to 2,154 calls for service to include 805 traffic crashes and 769 disabled vehicles. The seven State Police Emergency Communications Centers also fielded 2,703 calls from the public for information.
There have been no weather-related traffic fatalities reported during this time period. The majority...
4:49 p.m. Update: IMPROVED CONDITIONS IN THE...
Motorists should be alert to blowing snow and icy conditions tonight and early morning
FREDERICKSBURG (4:45 p.m.) – Road conditions have improved in the 14 county Fredericksburg district, however, motorists should continue to use extreme caution when traveling overnight and tomorrow morning.
High winds will continue throughout the evening hours causing blowing and drifting snow that could...
2:35 p.m. Update:
A snow emergency has been declared for Fairfax County. All roads designated with signs as a “snow emergency route” are now being enforced – it is unlawful to park any vehicle on a snow emergency route or to impede traffic in a vehicle that is not equipped with snow tires or chains. The Fairfax County Police Department will remove a vehicle that is stalled, stuck, parked or abandoned on a snow...
1:57 p.m. Update:
Interstate 81 northbound is closed at the Pennsylvania border because of hazardous travel conditions.
11:03 a.m. Update
A blizzard warning has been issued for Grayson County thru 1 p.m. Thursday. Gusty winds will produce blowing and drifting snow with wind chills near 5 below zero.
Snowfall is expected to be 4 to 8 inches along the higher western slopes to 2 inches in the eastern sections.
9:58 a.m. Update:
From the National Weather Service for WEST and SOUTHWEST VIRGINIA east to the PIEDMONT - Snow, primarily on the western slopes of the mountains west of I-81, will accumulate up to 8 inches. East of I-81, conditions will be mainly dry. However, strong winds, with gusts as high as 55 to 65 mph, can be expected. This could cause trees and possibly power lines to come down, and result in some power...
9:56 a.m. Update:
From the National Weather Service for CENTRAL and EASTERN Virginia - Light snow currently from the I-95 corridor eastward will shift east during the morning hours. Little or no accumulation is expected south of I-64, with snow amounts from 1 to 4 inches expected north of I-64. Highest amounts will be in the Northern Neck. On the Eastern Shore, snow will be heaviest in Accomack County, where up to...
9:48 a.m. Update:
From the National Weather Service For NORTHERN VIRGINIA - Snow will fall today, very heavy at times with near zero visibilities and wind gusts up to 45 to 55 mph. That combined with wind chills 5 to 15 degrees will produce extraordinarily life threatening conditions for those who attempt travel and become disabled on roadside. Large scale power outages will also likely become an increasing public...
8:56 a.m. Update: Situation Report 11 is available... →
8:55 a.m. Update: Situation Report 10 is available... →
8:54 a.m. Update: Situation Report 9 is now... →
7:35 a.m. Update: CENTRAL VA. ROADS ARE...
Heavy snow creating dangerous conditions; in some areas winds are compounding problems
CULPEPER — Heavy snow is rapidly covering highways across Central Virginia. Interstate 64 on Afton Mountain is in severe condition with snow covering the highway. Several tractor-trailers are stuck in the westbound right lane at milepost 103 but traffic is moving in the left lane. Motorists are urged to avoid...
7:33 a.m. Update: Virginia State Police Activity...
From 6 am Tuesday through 6 am Wednesday, Virginia State Police statewide have responded to 280 traffic crashes and 484 disabled vehicles. The bulk of the crashes continue to involve damaged vehicles. No traffic fatalities have been reported within the past 12 hours.
7:30 a.m. Update: MOTORISTS SHOULD EXPECT SLICK...
Some roads snow-covered; sleet and high winds will add to travel difficulties on Wednesday
CULPEPER — Major highways across Piedmont Virginia are wet but showing some patches of snow and slush. Interstate 66 in Fauquier County is in minor condition with some snow on the road surface; I-64 in Albemarle County is in similar condition but is clear in Louisa County.
On some secondary roads the...
10:50 p.m. Update: Be aware of heavy snow load on...
Back-to-back storms create extra stress, especially on flat roofs
RICHMOND, VA – The unprecedented snow load on roofs in Virginia has led to some building damage and collapse. According to reports from several localities, schools, churches, commercial and residential buildings, carports and awnings have been affected.
As the next in a series of winter storms moves into the Commonwealth,...
4:45 p.m. Update:
Power Outages Declining: Power continues to be restored to Virginia citizens in advance of the next winter storm. As of 4:30 p.m., about 10,000 customers are without power, down from a peak of more than 210,000 three days ago.
3:30 p.m. Update:
As of 3 p.m., snow is starting to increase in the northwest and northern portions of Virginia. The Virginia Department of Emergency Management has worked today to support local government response to the storm in those areas. For example, these assets have been sent to assist the city of Alexandria:
4 medics
40 firefighters
Incident Management Team
Emergency Operations Center manager
5...
11:52 a.m. Update:
Virginia State Police are preparing for the next storm system in northern and western Virginia and have 75 percent of the force available.
11:42 a.m. Update:
The Virginia Emergency Operations Center is continuing to fulfill local government requests for assistance:
Fire, emergency medical services and emergency operations center personnel, as well as large-capacity shelter generators, are going to the city of Alexandria
Meals are being provided to shelters in Stafford County and the city of Manassas.
Staff and equipment to support plowing...
11:40 a.m. Update:
The Virginia National Guard will have approximately 500 Soldiers on state active duty in the following locations in preparation for the next wave of winter weather scheduled to hit Virginia Tuesday night:
- Approximately 270 Soldiers operating in the Winchester, Leesburg, Fairfax, Warrenton and Fredericksburg areas
- Approximately 120 Soldiers operating in the Harrisonburg and Staunton areas
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10:03 a.m. Update: Situation Report 8 is now... →
4:40 pm Update: Governor McDonnell Updates...
Governor McDonnell Updates Existing State of Emergency Ahead of Additional Snowfall
Potential Exists for New Round of Accumulating Snow and Ice in Regions Still Recovering from Historic Winter Storm
Virginians Can Check Road Conditions by Calling 511 or by Visiting 511Virginia.org; More Information About Winter Weather Preparedness Available at...
2:50 p.m. Virginia National Guard News Release
Virginia Guard Soldiers conduct medical transport mission in Fairfax County
Soldiers from the Norfolk-based Company G, 429th Brigade Support Battalion, 116th Brigade Combat Team conduct a patient transport mission Feb. 8 in Fairfax County. County resident Olive Lewis was not able to make a needed medical appointment for kidney dialysis, so the Fairfax County Emergency Operations Center dispatched...
1:30 Update Virginians Reminded of Food Safety in...
Virginians Reminded of Food Safety in Aftermath of Winter Storm
RICHMOND, VA – Thousands of Virginians have experienced power outages as a result of heavy ice and snowfall this past weekend. Residents who have lost power are urged to take careful precautions to ensure food safety. The risk of food poisoning is heightened when refrigerators and ovens are inoperable.
“People should discard any...
12:15 p.m. Update Fairfax Shelters close
Fairfax County’s two emergency warming centers/shelters closed today at noon. The decision was based on actual needs and limited usage; Fairfax County will continue to monitor the situation and assess the needs, as additional snow is predicted this week.
The warming centers/shelters were at Robert E. Lee Recreation Center, Alexandria and Oak Marr Recreation Center, Oakton.
Calls are still being...
11:00 a.m. Shelter Update
Several local public shelters are open. For more information about shelters in your area, dial 2-1-1 or watch local media.
This list will be updated as possible.
Albemarle County Monticello High School 1400 Independence Way, 22902
Culpeper County St. Stephens Episcopal Church 115 N. East Street, 22701
Salem Volunteer Fire Company 13428 Scotts Mill Rd
Fairfax County Robert E. Lee Recreation...
10:30 a.m. Update: Virginia National Guard Photos... →
9:25 a.m. Power Outage update
As of 9 a.m., about 60,000 electric customers are without power in Virginia. Companies are working around the clock to restore electric service.
Virginia Department of Transportation crews have worked closely with power companies to open access to difficult locations.
7:23 a.m. update: Situation Report 7 is now... →
Louisa County
Closings
· Louisa County Government Offices will be closed Monday, February 8, 2010. All non-essential Louisa County government functions including refuse and recycling centers, landfill, the Betty Queen Intergenerational Center and all other non-essential functions and facilities will be closed.
o When extreme weather hits, citizens can call (540) 967-0401 or (866) 325-4131 from...
The Virginia Department of Human Resources has announced the following weather-related delays and closings are for Monday, Feb. 8: Executive Branch agencies in the Richmond-Metro area will open with a two-hour delay. State agencies north of and including Fredericksburg will be closed. Only employees designated as “essential” should report. Agencies should encourage telework as...
7:25 p.m. update: State agencies work together in...
Additional resources on the way to Northern Virginia
RICHMOND, VA —The Commonwealth continues around the clock response to the recent severe winter weather. The storm dropped up to 30 inches of snow – more in some places – to parts of northern and western Virginia, and citizens face snow-packed, icy roads and very low temperatures for the next few days. Power companies are reporting nearly...
6:56 p.m. update: Situation Report 6 is now... →
3:45 p.m. update: Shelter map and listing
View Virginia local public shelter list in a larger map
Several local public shelters have opened. For more information about shelters in your area, dial 2-1-1.
This list will be updated as shelters open and close.
Albemarle County Monticello High School 1400 Independence Way, 22902
Culpeper County St. Stephens Episcopal Church 115 N. East Street, 22701
Fairfax County Robert E. Lee...
2:40 p.m. update: CONDITIONS IMPROVE BUT DRIVING...
VDOT crews shift to secondary roads, work slowed by deep snow, fallen trees
CULPEPER — Mother Nature is lending a hand to the clean-up from the latest storm, with sunshine and above-freezing temperatures loosening and melting some of the packed snow and ice still covering many roads in Central Virginia. Crews from the Virginia Department of Transportation are shifting their efforts to secondary...
12:45 p.m. update: VDOT URGES EXTREME CAUTION AS...
Crews continue to treat roads, refreezing likely
RICHMOND — The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) continues to work around the clock to clear roadways across the commonwealth. While conditions are improving on interstates and primary roads, motorists are urged to use extreme caution as travel remains hazardous in many areas. State officials are responding to more traffic incidents...
11:45 a.m. update: Virginia State Police News...
VIRGINIA STATE POLICE REMIND VIRGINIANS TO PLAY IT SAFE SUPER BOWL SUNDAY
RICHMOND – As road and weather conditions continue to challenge drivers across the Commonwealth, Virginia State Police are advising residents to rethink travel plans in regards to Super Bowl festivities. Though highways may be passable this afternoon, those same roads will turn more treacherous as temperatures drop this...
11:05 a.m. update: VDOT Staunton District: VDOT...
STAUNTON – (10:45 a.m.) Temperatures remain low in many areas of the Shenandoah Valley causing the potential for black ice to form on roadways. The Virginia Department of Transportation urges the public against unnecessary travel, especially in areas with moderate to severe road conditions.
VDOT crews and contractors continue to plow and treat roadways throughout the Staunton District.
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8:10 a.m. update: MORNING ROAD CONDITION UPDATE –...
Interstate condition improves – downed trees hamper snow removal efforts
FREDERICSKSBURG (6 a.m.) – Overnight conditions on the interstate and some primary routes have improved, however, the area has been plagued with falling trees and downed power lines blocking major secondary routes and hampering snow removal efforts.
This morning crews continue to plow on portions of the interstate,...
8:04 a.m. DRIVERS SHOULD BE ALERT FOR SLICK...
VDOT crews continue their round-the-clock response to historic winter storm
CULPEPER — Crews from the Virginia Department of Transportation worked through to clear interstate and primary highways across the region. At this hour interstate and primary highways in VDOT’s Culpeper District are in minor to moderate condition. Generally roads in the Charlottesville region are clear with patches of...