The Outpost Brewing Team in Lexington earned a Bronze award for Danzig, a Baltic porter that also won a Gold award at the 2010 World Beer Cup.
The Basecamp Brewing Team in Roseland earned a Silver award for Alt Bier, a German-style Altbier.
This year’s competition featured 8,234 beers and 2,515 breweries. Bringing the prestigious awards back to Virginia is very exciting!
Devils Backbone Founder Steve Crandall said, “We are celebrating our 10th year and Devils Backbone is still creating world class craft beer. I am so proud of our dedicated and creative brewers along with our hardworking staff. Thank you to all our fans & communities who make our existence possible.”
“I’m totally psyched that Danzig and Alt Bier won medals at the 2018 World Beer Cup! Both are classic styles and each have been award winners in the past for us. It’s also noteworthy that both our breweries received a medal. Each beer having won awards in the past and the fact both of our locations received an award shows the continuity of quality we are known for. Lagers and classic beer styles are some of the hallmarks at Devils Backbone and it’s nice to be recognized for what we do well,” said Founding Brewmaster Jason Oliver.
Photo courtesy of Raphine Volunteer Fire Company. Posted Saturday morning 5.5.18
Update via US Dept of Forestry:
Tye River Wildland Fire
Monday, May 7, 2018, 8:00 PM Update
The Tye River wildland fire is located on the George Washington and Jefferson National Forests, approximately 3 miles east of Vesuvius in Augusta and Rockbridge Counties, VA.
The fire’s acreage is approximately 1,608 acres including 324 acres within the Saint Mary’s Wilderness. The increase in acreage occurred primarily on Friday, May 4, 2018 and is based on update mapping. The fire did not increase in size today.
The fire is currently 60 % contained. The increase in containment is due to both the ongoing work by the firefighters and the rain received over the last few days.
This fire was started from a vehicle fire on VA Hwy 56, that quickly spread northeast onto National Forest lands and nearby private lands. The fire was first reported at approximately 5:45 PM on Thursday May 3, 2018.
Restrictions and Closures
The public is asked to avoid the immediate fire area, to be alert for smoke on roadways, and to use caution around fire vehicles and firefighters working on and near roadways.
VA-56 (Tye River Road) was reopened at 8:00 pm on Sunday, May 5, between Vesuvius and the Blue Ridge Parkway as fire activity has decreased along the road. Travelers are advised to use caution traveling this steep, narrow road; and be aware of firefighters and fire equipment on the roadway.
The southern portion of Saint Mary’s Wilderness, including the Saint Mary’s River and Falls area, several trails and parking areas are temporarily closed to all public use including:
St. Marys Trail (FT #500)
St. Marys Gorge (FT #500B), including St. Mary’s Falls
Mine Bank Creek (FT #500C)
Mine Bank Mountain (FT #503)
Bald Mountain Overlook (FT #504)
St. Marys trailhead parking at the end of St. Marys River Road (FR #41)
St. Marys Wilderness south of the St. Marys River, from Groahs Ridge east to the Mine Bank Creek Trail.
Trailheads associated with these trails.
Use caution and obey all road and trail closures for your safety.
Other Fire Information
The top priority for fire managers is public and firefighter safety.
No evacuations are currently in place, or being considered.
The amount of rain received has significantly aided firefighting efforts. Fire suppression efforts will continue, and rehabilitation of firelines will begin, over the next several days.
Driving visibility may be limited in the fire vicinity due to smoky conditions. Area residents and visitors will see and smell smoke overnight and for the next several days.
Fire managers and firefighters appreciate the support shown by residents and the local communities.
Resources on the Fire
Approximately 131 firefighters and support staff, including 5 hand crews, 5 wildland engines, 2 dozers, and 1 helicopter are assigned to this incident. These resources are from throughout Virginia and several other states.
The fire now is being managed by the U.S. Forest Service as a Type 3 incident by Incident Commander Josh Graham.
Cooperators include Virginia Department of Forestry, Augusta County Fire and Rescue, Rockbridge County Fire and Rescue, several local volunteer fire departments, and the Virginia Department of Transportation.
Firefighter Emphasis
Firefighters are continuing to patrol and mop-up along the firelines, and begin fireline rehabilitation efforts.
Small portions of the fire will remain unstaffed within Saint Mary’s Wilderness due to inaccessibility and rugged terrain. This area is being routinely monitored by ground and air resources. There will be a coordinated response if fire activity increases.
Updated 5.6.18 via US DOF:
“Location
The Tye River Fire is located on the George Washington and Jefferson National Forests, approximately 3 miles east of Vesuvius.
Counties
Augusta and Rockbridge Counties, VA
Estimated Acreage
Approximately 1,608 acres, including approximately 324 acres within the Saint Mary’s Wilderness. Increase in acreage occurred primarily on Friday 5/4 and is based on updated mapping. The fire did not increase in size today.
Containment
The fire is currently 45% contained. The increase in containment is due to both the ongoing work by the firefighters and the rain received last night and today.
Cause and Date Started
The cause of this fire was a vehicle fire on VA Hwy 56, that quickly spread northeast onto National Forest lands and nearby private lands. The fire was first reported at approximately 5:45 PM on Thursday May 3, 2018.
Resources on the Fire
Approximately 131 firefighters and support staff, including 5 hand crews, 5 wildland engines, 2 dozers, and 1 helicopter are assigned to this incident. These resources are from throughout Virginia and several other states.
Cooperators
The fire is being managed under unified command by the Virginia Department of Forestry and the U.S. Forest Service as a Type 3 incident by Incident Commanders Patti Nylander (VDOF) and Josh Graham (USFS). Cooperators include Augusta County Fire and Rescue, Rockbridge County Fire and Rescue, several local volunteer fire departments, and the Virginia Department of Transportation.
Restrictions and Closures
The public is asked to avoid the immediate fire area, to be alert for smoke on roadways, and to use caution around fire vehicles and firefighters working on and near roadways.
VA-56 (Tye River Road) was reopened at 8:00pm on Saturday, May 5, between Vesuvius and the Blue Ridge Parkway as fire activity has decreased along the road. Travelers are advised to use caution traveling this steep, narrow road; and be aware of firefighters and fire equipment on the roadway.
Restrictions and Closures
(Continued)
The southern portion of Saint Mary’s Wilderness, including the Saint Mary’s River and Falls area, several trails and parking areas are temporarily closed to all public use including:
• St. Marys Trail (FT #500)
• St. Marys Gorge (FT #500B), including St. Mary’s Falls
• Mine Bank Creek (FT #500C)
• Mine Bank Mountain (FT #503)
• Bald Mountain Overlook (FT #504)
• St. Marys trailhead parking at the end of St. Marys River Road (FR #41)
• St. Marys Wilderness south of the St. Marys River, from Groahs Ridge east to the Mine
Bank Creek Trail.
• And trailheads associated with these trails.
Use caution and obey all trail and area closures for your safety.
Firefighting Emphasis
Firefighters are continuing fireline construction and improvement efforts that began on Thursday, May 4. Protection of the private lands and structures at risk near the fire are high priorities. Small portions of the fire will remain unstaffed within Saint Mary’s Wilderness due to inaccessibility and rugged terrain. This area will be actively monitored by ground and air resources. A coordinated response will be implemented if fire activity increases.
Fire weather
Rain amounts totaling between 0.10-0.20 inches were received across the fire today. This rain, along with rain received last night, resulted in decreased fire behavior today.
Wet conditions do add concerns for firefighters due to slippery ground conditions.
Other Fire Information
The top priority for fire managers is public and firefighter safety.
No evacuations are currently in place, or being considered.
The amount of rain received has significantly aided firefighting efforts. Fire suppression efforts will continue, and rehabilitation of firelines will begin, over the next several days.
Driving visibility may be limited in the fire vicinity due to smoky conditions. Area residents and visitors will see and smell smoke overnight and for the next several days.
Fire managers and firefighters appreciate the support shown by residents and the local communities.
The next fire update will be available Monday, May 7th by approximately 7:00 pm. There will NOT be a morning Wildfire Update in the future.”
Updated 9:30 PM Via VDOT:
“ROUTE 56 HAS REOPENED IN ROCKBRIDGE COUNTY
STAUNTON – (9:30 p.m.) Route 56 (Tye River Turnpike) in Rockbridge County has reopened. Route 56 was closed on May 3 from Route 608 (South Bottom Road) and the Nelson County line. The roadway closure was due to a forest fire.”
Virginia traffic alerts and traveler information can be obtained by dialing 511. Traffic alerts and traveler information also are available at http://www.511Virginia.org.
Update on the mountain fire – Update via Raphine Volunteer FD Saturday evening 5.5.18 7:35 PM EDT
1600 acres have burned, 10% contained at this time. Rt. 56 will remain closed until 9pm tonight and st. Mary’s will remain closed at this time
Update via Raphine Volunteer FD – Saturday morning 5.5.18 9:20 AM EDT
Fire didn’t move much last night so they are still looking at about 1000 acres. The containment is unknown at the time of briefing. Rt 56 will remain closed until 7pm and then it will be reevaluated.
Update via Raphine Volunteer FD – Friday afternoon 5.4.18:
“Just finished briefing with the forestry dept. There are about 1000 acres burned with 0% containment. Today was about holding instead of containing. More resources from around the country are on their way. Saint Mary’s is closed along with 56 at this time.”
Updated 8:45 AM Friday 5.4.18
ROUTE 56 REMAINS CLOSED IN ROCKBRIDGE COUNTY
STAUNTON – (8:45 a.m.) Route 56 (Tye River Turnpike) in Rockbridge County remains closed between Route 608 (South Bottom Road) and the Nelson County line. The roadway has been closed since Thursday evening due to a forest fire.
Route 56 will remain closed until at least noon Saturday, May 5, when the United States Forest Service will re-evaluate the fire. Motorists are advised to avoid this area due to firefighting operations.
Virginia traffic alerts and traveler information can be obtained by dialing 511. Traffic alerts and traveler information also are available at http://www.511Virginia.org.
The VDOT Customer Service Center can assist with reporting road hazards, asking transportation questions, or getting information related to Virginia’s roads. Call 800-FOR- ROAD (800-367-7623) or use its mobile friendly website at https://my.vdot.virginia.gov/. Agents are available 24 hours-a-day, seven days a week.
The Staunton District Twitter feed is at @VaDOTStaunton. VDOT can be followed on Facebook, Flickr, Twitter and YouTube. RSS feeds are also available for statewide information. The VDOT Web page is located at http://www.VirginiaDOT.org.
The VDOT Staunton District serves Frederick, Shenandoah, Clarke, Warren, Page, Rockingham, Augusta, Highland, Rockbridge, Alleghany and Bath counties.
Earlier post:
ROUTE 56 CLOSED IN ROCKBRIDGE COUNTY
STAUNTON – (7:45 p.m.) A portion of Route 56 (Tye River Turnpike) in Rockbridge County is closed due to a forest fire. This closure is between the Nelson County line and the intersection of Route 608 (South Bottom Road) near the community of Vesuvius.
The closure of Route 56 is expected to remain in place for at least 12 hours. Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes if they had planned to use Route 56 Thursday night or Friday morning (May 3-4).
Virginia traffic alerts and traveler information can be obtained by dialing 511. Traffic alerts and traveler information also are available at http://www.511Virginia.org.
The VDOT Customer Service Center can assist with reporting road hazards, asking transportation questions, or getting information related to Virginia’s roads. Call 800-FOR- ROAD (800-367-7623) or use its mobile friendly website at https://my.vdot.virginia.gov/. Agents are available 24 hours-a-day, seven days a week.
Via VSP : Updated Friday 5.4.18 – 12:09 PM “The Virginia State Police thanks everyone who called in with tips about Leonard Blackwell. He was taken into custody, without incident, around midnight in the city of Lynchburg.”
Original post: Leonard E. Blackwell, 37, failed to appear in court for an arrest charge for failing to register as a convicted sex offender.
Amherst County, VAVirginia State Police are asking for the public’s assistance with locating a convicted sex offender who failed to report to court April 26, 2018, in Amherst County.
Leonard E. Blackwell, 37, failed to appear in court for an arrest charge for failing to register as a convicted sex offender. Blackwell is a white male with brown hair and hazel eyes. He is 5’8 and weighs approximately 150 lbs., with a light build. Blackwell has no permanent address, but is known to live in Madison Heights, Va.
The Amherst County Sheriff’s Office also has six outstanding arrest warrants for Blackwell.
State police is encouraging anyone with information about Blackwell to please call the Virginia State Police at 434-352-7128 or #77 or email us at questions@vsp.virginia.gov. Or please contact the Amherst County Sheriff’s Office at (434) 946-9381 or 911.
Via Virginia State Police regarding accident on 5.1.18:
At 6:54 p.m., Virginia State Police responded to a crash in the 300 block of Salem Road in Nelson County. One individual was flown from the scene to UVA Hospital for treatment of serious injuries. The crash remains under investigation.
…REDUCED THREAT FOR THE SPREAD OF FIRES THIS AFTERNOON…
Minimum relative humidity values are now expected to remain above
30 percent this afternoon, with winds generally 15 mph or less.
Thus, the risk of enhanced threat for rapid fire spread has
decreased.
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
650 AM EDT Thu May 3, 2018
District of Columbia-Washington-Southern Baltimore-Prince Georges-
Anne Arundel-Charles-St. Marys-Calvert-
Central and Eastern Allegany-Northwest Montgomery-
Central and Southeast Montgomery-Northwest Howard-
Central and Southeast Howard-Augusta-Rockingham-Shenandoah-
Frederick VA-Page-Warren-Clarke-Nelson-Albemarle-Greene-Madison-
Rappahannock-Orange-Culpeper-
Prince William/Manassas/Manassas Park-Fairfax-
Arlington/Falls Church/Alexandria-Stafford-Spotsylvania-
King George-Northern Fauquier-Southern Fauquier-Eastern Highland-
Western Loudoun-Eastern Loudoun-Northern Virginia Blue Ridge-
Central Virginia Blue Ridge-Hampshire-Morgan-Berkeley-Jefferson-
Hardy-Eastern Grant-Eastern Mineral-Eastern Pendleton-
Including the cities of Washington, Hagerstown, Baltimore, Bowie,
Suitland-Silver Hill, Clinton, College Park, Greenbelt, Laurel,
Camp Springs, Glen Burnie, Annapolis, Severn, South Gate,
Severna Park, Arnold, Odenton, St. Charles, Waldorf,
Lexington Park, California, Chesapeake Beach, Huntingtown,
Dunkirk, North Beach, Lusby, Prince Frederick, Cumberland,
Germantown, Damascus, Bethesda, Rockville, Gaithersburg,
Silver Spring, Lisbon, Columbia, Ellicott City, Staunton,
Waynesboro, Stuarts Draft, Harrisonburg, Strasburg, Woodstock,
Mount Jackson, New Market, Winchester, Luray, Shenandoah,
Stanley, Front Royal, Berryville, Lovingston, Charlottesville,
Stanardsville, Madison, Orange, Gordonsville, Culpeper,
Dale City, Manassas, Woodbridge, Lake Ridge, Montclair, Reston,
Herndon, Annandale, Centreville, Chantilly, McLean, Franconia,
Arlington, Alexandria, Falmouth, Fredericksburg, Dahlgren,
Warrenton, Turnbull, Monterey, Purcellville, Leesburg, Ashburn,
Sterling, Big Meadows, Wintergreen, Romney, Paw Paw, Martinsburg,
Charles Town, Shepherdstown, Moorefield, Petersburg, Antioch,
Keyser, New Creek, Ridgeville, Russelldale, Headsville,
Fort Ashby, Brandywine, Franklin, Oak Flat, Ruddle,
and Sugar Grove
650 AM EDT Thu May 3 2018
…ENHANCED THREAT FOR THE SPREAD OF FIRES TODAY…
Minimum relative humidity values will fall to between 25 and 30
percent this afternoon across portions of northwestern Maryland
east of the Allegheny Front, the Shenandoah Valley, central and
northern Virginia and central and southern Maryland from Baltimore
southward through the Washington DC metro. Sustained southwest
winds between 15 and 20 mph with frequent gusts of 20 to 25 mph
are also expected during this time. The combination of gusty
winds, low relative humidity and very low fuel moisture will
enhance the threat for the spread of fires this afternoon into
early evening.
Residents are urged to exercise caution handling any potential
ignition source, including machinery, cigarettes, and matches. Be
sure to properly discard all smoking materials. Any dry grasses
and tree litter that ignite will have the potential to spread
quickly. Please check with local officials regarding any open
burning laws.
LYNCHBURG, Va. – Highway work requiring road/lane/structure closures is scheduled, weather permitting. Items in italics contain new/updated information. For up-to-date information, call 511 or visit www.511Virginia.org.
Amherst County:
Route 29 Business – Madison Heights, project to replace median barrier. Lane closures will occur. Use caution. Estimated completion – April 2019.
Route 29 Business at Route 130- Crew will replace back plates on signals.
Route 151 (601- county line) – Shoulder widening & rumble strip project through October 28.
Route 663 – Tree cutting through mid-April will create extended delays. Flaggers will assist motorists.
Surface treatment – Contractor crews will be performing work at various locations. Delays likely.
Various – Crews will work surfaces and respond to customer concerns.
Appomattox County:
Route 460 – Crews will maintain/repair pavement messages.
Plant mix treatment – Beginning April 9, contractor crews will be working at various location. Delays likely.
Various – Crews will work surfaces and respond to customer concerns.
Buckingham County:
Route 20 (Rt. 15, Dillwyn to James River Bridge, Albemarle) – Pavement widening with rumble strips, guardrail replacement/upgrades and paving will take place through summer months. Flaggers and pilot vehicles will control traffic.
Route 633 (Andersonville AHQ) – Crew will work shoulders.
Route 644 & 662 (Andersonville AHQ) – Crew will work on Rural Rustic projects.
Surface treatment – Contractor crews will be performing work at various location. Delays likely.
Various – Crews will cut brush, work surfaces and respond to customer concerns.
Campbell County:
Route 24 @ 646 – Crews will construct roundabout and other improvements. Delays possible.
Route 460 Business – Crews will maintain/repair pavement messages.
Route 696 over Flat Creek (944-709) – Closed for bridge replacement 5/29 thru late July. Detour via Routes 24, 692, and 709 back to 696.
Surface treatment and plant mix- Contractor crews will be performing work on various routes. Delays likely.
Various – Crews will work surfaces and respond to customer concerns.
Charlotte County:
Route 604, Phenix AHQ – Crew will trim trees.
Route 604 and 675, Phenix AHQ: Crews will eradicate pavement markings in advance of surface treatment.
Route 695 over Cub Creek (617 – 727) – Closed thru 5/25 for bridge replacement. Detour via 617, 40 and 727 back to 695.
Routes 807 & 820, Craftons Gate AHQ – Rural Rustic projects underway.
Craftons Gate AHQ – Crew will perform shoulder work on various 4-lane primary routes.
Plant Mix operations – Contractor crews will work at various location. Flaggers and pilot vehicles will assist traffic. Delays likely.
Various – Crews will boom axe, work surfaces and respond to customer concerns.
Cumberland County:
Surface treatment operations: Contractor crews will be performing surface treatment work at various location. Delays likely.
Various – Crew will work surfaces, cut brush, repair drainage and respond to customer concerns.
Halifax County:
Route 58 W over Lawson Creek (501-931) – Lane closure, 11’6” width restriction for bridge work. Est. comp. 5/2018.
Routes 58 & 501, Cluster Springs AHQ – Crew will pick up trash.
Route 619 at Hunting Creek – Bridge weight limit lowered to 16 tons.
Route 670 over Buffalo Creek – Road closed from 639-637 for bridge replacement. Detour via 639 to 638 and 637 back to 670. Estimated completion – June 22.
Plant mix treatment – Beginning April 9, contractor crews will be working at various location. Delays likely.
Bethel AHQ – Crew will boom axe on secondary routes and repair shoulders on primary/secondary routes.
Volens AHQ – Crew will cut right of way.
Various–Crews will work surfaces and respond to customer requests.
Lynchburg:
Route 29/460 (Odd Fellows Rd Int. & Odd Fellows Rd., Phase 1)– Vehicles enter/exit road. Temporary lane closures on 460 & Odd Fellows. Est. comp. 8/3/18. Speed – 45 mph.
Liberty Mtn Dr – Ramp to 460 E closed for roundabout project.
Odd Fellows Road –1-way traffic from Perkins St. to Bradley Dr. to widen road for new interchange. 3-month detour in place for northbound traffic (to Mayflower Dr.).
Odd Fellows and Mayflower intersection –Closed to traffic through June 20. Detours in place.
Odd Fellows to US 29 Expressway – Phase II – Project started. Bridge over RR to be closed for approximately 1 yr – date to be announced.
Nelson County:
Plant mix treatment – Contractor crews will be working on various routes. Delays likely.
Surface treatment – Contractor crews will be working on various routes. Delays likely.
Various – Crews will work surfaces and respond to customer concerns.
Pittsylvania County:
Route 29 Chatham Bypass – Contractor working on northbound median shoulder. Lane closure.
Route 29 North (Route 1080 to 40) – Contractor crew will perform plant mix operations. Alternating lane closures in use. Message boards in place.
Routes 609 & 633, Gretna AHQ – Crew will install crossline pipe.
Routes 644 & 800, Rondo AHQ – Crew will work on Rural Rustic projects.
Routes 686 (two sites) and 802– Temp. lane closures during drilling operations starting April 30.
Route 792, Gretna AHQ – Crew will stabilize bank.
Brosville AHQ – Crew will do ditch work.
Kentuck AHQ – Crew will prune trees.
Rondo AHQ – Crew will clean roadsides.
Various –Crews will boom axe, work surfaces/shoulders and respond to customers.
Prince Edward County:
Route 360 – Crew will perform sign maintenance.
Route 604 – Crew will work on curve straightening project near Route 666.
Route 622- Crews will eradicate pavement markings in advance of surface treatment.
Route 691 – Crew will prepare for Rural Rustic project.
Routes 705 & 748 – Crews will surface treatment.
Plant mix treatment –Contractor crews will be working at various locations. Delays likely.
Various – Crew will cut brush, remove debris, work surfaces and respond to customer concerns.
District-wide activities:
Bridge maintenance – Crews will perform maintenance on bridges.
Guardrail maintenance – Crews will do guardrail maintenance.
Latex applications and line painting – Traffic control will be in use at various locations.
Line painting/pavement marking – Crews will address work orders/requests as able.
Pipe rehabilitation – Crews will rehab/replace pipe at various locations.
URGENT – WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
315 PM EDT Sun Apr 29 2018
VAZ028-030-031-036>040-050>053-055-056-501-502-505-506-WVZ051>053-
300315-
/O.NEW.KLWX.FR.Y.0001.180430T0600Z-180430T1300Z/
Frederick VA-Warren-Clarke-Nelson-Albemarle-Greene-Madison-
Rappahannock-Orange-Culpeper-
Prince William/Manassas/Manassas Park-Fairfax-Stafford-
Spotsylvania-Northern Fauquier-Southern Fauquier-Western Loudoun-
Eastern Loudoun-Morgan-Berkeley-Jefferson-
Including the cities of Winchester, Front Royal, Berryville,
Lovingston, Charlottesville, Stanardsville, Madison, Washington,
Orange, Gordonsville, Culpeper, Dale City, Manassas, Woodbridge,
Lake Ridge, Montclair, Reston, Herndon, Annandale, Centreville,
Chantilly, McLean, Franconia, Falmouth, Fredericksburg,
Warrenton, Turnbull, Purcellville, Leesburg, Ashburn, Sterling,
Paw Paw, Martinsburg, Charles Town, and Shepherdstown
315 PM EDT Sun Apr 29 2018
…FROST ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM TO 9 AM EDT MONDAY…
The National Weather Service in Baltimore MD/Washington has
issued a Frost Advisory, which is in effect from 2 AM to 9 AM EDT
Monday.
* TEMPERATURES…In the middle 30s.
* IMPACTS…Frost and freeze conditions may damage sensitive
vegetation. Take steps now to protect tender plants from the
cold.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
A Frost Advisory means that widespread frost is expected.
Sensitive outdoor plants may be killed if left uncovered.
National Weather Service Blacksburg VA
327 PM EDT Sun Apr 29 2018
…Frost Advisory late tonight into Monday morning…
.Below freezing temperatures overnight could lead to frost
formation.
VAZ023-024-034-035-300330-
/O.NEW.KRNK.FR.Y.0003.180430T0700Z-180430T1200Z/
Botetourt-Rockbridge-Bedford-Amherst-
Including the cities of Fincastle, Lexington, Buena Vista,
Bedford, and Amherst
327 PM EDT Sun Apr 29 2018
…FROST ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 8 AM EDT MONDAY…
The National Weather Service in Blacksburg has issued a Frost
Advisory, which is in effect from 3 AM to 8 AM EDT Monday.
* Locations… Southern Shenandoah Valley.
* Hazards… Frost formation possible.
* Temperatures…In the lower 30s.
* Timing… Late tonight into early Monday morning.
* Impacts… Sensitive plants may be affected.
URGENT – WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
315 PM EDT Sun Apr 29 2018
VAZ025>027-029-507-508-300315-
/O.NEW.KLWX.FZ.W.0005.180430T0600Z-180430T1300Z/
Augusta-Rockingham-Shenandoah-Page-Northern Virginia Blue Ridge-
Central Virginia Blue Ridge-
Including the cities of Staunton, Waynesboro, Stuarts Draft,
Harrisonburg, Strasburg, Woodstock, Mount Jackson, New Market,
Luray, Shenandoah, Stanley, Big Meadows, and Wintergreen
315 PM EDT Sun Apr 29 2018
…FREEZE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM TO 9 AM EDT MONDAY…
The National Weather Service in Baltimore MD/Washington has
issued a Freeze Warning, which is in effect from 2 AM to 9 AM EDT
Monday.
* TEMPERATURES…In the lower 30s.
* IMPACTS…Frost and freeze conditions may damage sensitive
vegetation. Take steps now to protect tender plants from the
cold.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
A Freeze Warning means sub-freezing temperatures are imminent or
highly likely. These conditions will kill crops and other
sensitive vegetation.
Near Harper’s Creek Shelter
Appalachian Trail
Nelson County, Virginia
4:07 PM:
Jason Pugh with Wintergreen fire tells us, “Hiker out of the woods being transported to hospital now.”
12:47 PM:
Chief @curtissheets with @WTGFireRescue says, “Removal has started. Will take hours,” regarding injured hiker on AT near Harpers Creek Shelter.
12 noon
Chief @curtissheets with @WTGFireRescue says crews have made contact with injured hiker on AT near Harpers Creek Shelter. More as we know.
Rescue crews from Nelson County including Wintergreen Fire & Rescue are in the process of locating and helping get an injured hiker off of the AT near Harper’s Creek Shelter.
WF&R Chief Curtis Sheets confirmed his department is providing support with other agencies.
“Cindy Baker a born-and-raised “Nelson County Girl” was diagnosed in March of 2018 with stage 4 metastatic Breast Cancer and is inoperable. There is no cure for this type of Breast Cancer only treatments to make it as small as possible, keep it from spreading and hopefully allow her to continue with the best quality of life. She is the daughter of Massie and Bobbie Napier Cole and is definitely her daddy’s “little girl through and through!” She is also married to the love of her life, Dennis Baker, for 27 years and they have a beautiful daughter together, Hayli Brooke. Her extreme faith in God and love and support from her family and friends is what she says will get her through this storm.”
Monetary donations can be made to the Cindy Baker Contribution Fund at Union Bank & Trust
Looking at the graphs above (very bottom of the graph) for the period April 23 to 6 AM Wednesday – April 25 you can see a nice slow soaking rainfall fell across the area. Click photo to enlarge.
If you like warmer spring like weather, you’re about to be very, very happy! Above, I talk about a real warm up starting as we end April and head into May!
