Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin declared a weather state of emergency for the winter storm that has impacted all of the commonwealth this past weekend and into this week, and he is urging Virginians, visitors and travelers to take proper precautions.
“I am declaring a state of emergency for the winter storm currently impacting Virginia that started Sunday, and I’m encouraging all Virginians, visitors, and travelers to stay alert, monitor the weather forecast, and prepare now for any potential impacts,” said Youngkin.
“If you find yourself needing to be on the roadways, please heed any warnings and make sure you are keeping yourselves and others safe,” he said. “Our pre-treating (road) preparations are under way and substantial state and local resources will continue to actively monitor the forecast and respond through the week.”
Middlesex County
Severe Winter Storm Warning
…WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM FRIDAY TO 1 PM EST SATURDAY…
* WHAT…Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 4 inches expected, with locally higher amounts of 4 to 6 inches possible.
* WHERE…Portions of central, east central, eastern, and south central Virginia.
* WHEN…From 7 PM Friday to 1 PM EST Saturday.
* IMPACTS…Plan on slippery road conditions.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Call 511 for road information.
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More snow is coming tonight, around one-inch is expected.
Current weather forecasts project an impactful winter event, including snow and freezing rain, which began Sunday and continued into this week. With projected amounts of precipitation varying across the state, snow along with freezing rain will be significant enough to impact travel across a broad area, said Youngkin.
This type of weather can create black ice and ice spots on county roads. VDOT is encouraging all motorists to drive with caution.
