Approximate area of the water recovery taking place near Schuyler, Virginia.
Schuyler
Nelson County, VA
Updated at 3:30 pm 12.28.22 with official VSP release / update:
“ At 11:41 a.m. Tuesday (Dec. 27), the Virginia State Police was alerted to a submerged vehicle in the Rockfish River near the intersection of Bridgeport Lane and Johnson Hollow in Nelson County. State police is still working to determine the exact date the vehicle was washed off the road.
At this point in the investigation, it appears that a 1997 Toyota 4Runner tried to cross the flooded Rockfish River at a low river crossing on Bridgeport Lane and was swept away by the strong current. The crossing is on private property.
Two individuals, an 11-year-old male and a 17-year-old male, were located deceased on the riverbank.
Once the vehicle was retrieved from the river, a 30-year-old male was found inside.
The VSP Search and Recovery Team, VSP Aviation Division, Virginia Department of Emergency Management search teams, the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources and the Nelson County Sheriff’s Office continue to search for two more individuals believed to have been passengers in the vehicle.
None of the individuals were related. The three that have been recovered have been transported to the Medical Examiner’s Office in Richmond for autopsy, examination and positive identification.
The incident remains under investigation.
We will not release the names until the ME has confirmed the identities and next of kin have been notified.
Corinne N. Geller
Public Relations Director
Virginia State Police”
Updated 2:30 PM with additional victims:
BRL has been able to independently confirm that 3 people have been found dead in the water recovery effort near Schuyler, Virginia. Crews are looking for two additional victims believed to have perished. At this time it’s believed there is an adult male, and four children, but two of the victims have not been located as of Wednesday, midafternoon. We know the identity of the adult male and word has swept across social media in Nelson. We will not publish any victim names until Virginia State Police have released them.
Tommy
Earlier release from VSP:
“At 11:41 a.m. Tuesday (Dec. 27), the Virginia State Police was alerted to a submerged vehicle in the Rockfish River near the intersection of Bridgeport Lane and Johnson Hollow in Nelson County.
Local and state Search and Recovery Teams responded to the scene to assist with the vehicle recovery. At this time, there are two confirmed fatalities. The investigation remains ongoing at this time.
Corinne N. Geller
Public Relations Director
Virginia State Police”
— CBS19 News: Charlottesville News First (@CBS19News) December 27, 2022
BRL can confirm rescue crews are on the scene of a water rescue/recovery near Schuyler in Nelson County, Virginia. We have confirmed with Virginia State Police there is an ongoing scene. We have been told from other independent sources that multiple victims have been found from a submerged SUV in the water along Bridgeport Lane.
This is a developing story we are working in conjunction with CBS19News in Charlottesville.
Photo Courtesy of Wintergreen Fire & Rescue : Subzero temperatures for the past several days are giving way to a thaw and that’s causing a lot of pipes that froze to burst. This was a unit on the mountain at Wintergreen. It was posted to the fire & rescue page on Monday.
Central Virginia Blue Ridge
Temps below freezing, and some even below zero in the higher elevations, caused lots of frozen pipes. Once the temps stared nudging above freezing that started the bursted pipes.
Frozen and bursted pipes caused more than just water damage. As WF&R posted below, it became necessary to relocate residents from an apartment complex that was flooded from bursted pipes.
A much bigger thaw is on the way this week with temps making it to around 60° by the New Year Weekend.
Click on the orange and white arrow play button above to listen now.
Schuyler, Virginia & Memphis, Tennessee
In what’s become our annual tradition here at BRL, enjoy this special radio interview from the December 2011 (Has it already been more than a decade?? !!) Christmas season as Nelson native Earl Hamner, Jr. talks with BRL Publisher Tommy Stafford and Memphis KWAM 990 Radio host, Earle Farrell. Earle continues his radio show to this day. Press the orange play button above and listen for over an hour as Earl reminisces about his career, life in the Virginia Blue Ridge and more.
And be sure to check out one of our favorite recipes for the Christmas season. Applesauce cake made by Earl’s mother. Click here to view that.
Be sure to listen toward the end as Earl reads a special Christmas tribute remarking about the late Will Geer who played Grandpa Walton.
From CVEC Outage App : As of 11:20 AM just under 4000 customers were reported without power through the CVEC app. Friday – 12.23.22 That number has climbed to within a half hour. (Click image above for the latest updates)
Central Virginia Blue Ridge
High winds coupled with a couple of inches of rain or, more in some locations, has setup the scenario for power outages. As of 11:15 AM Friday morning just under 4000 customers were reported without power via CVEC.
Additional outages were being reported on adjacent systems.
On the mountain at Wintergreen a 38 MPH wind gust has already been measured with temps already in the single digits. That’s producing wind chills well below zero.
A screenshot of one weather station at Wintergreen just after 11 AM – Friday 12.23.22 (click on the image above for the latest temperature and wind updates from that station)
Winds will continue for much of the day but will eventually ease up some overnight into the weekend. But temps remain extremely cold until roughly Tuesday when we break freezing.
For the latest active weather alerts, visit our weather alerts page here.
Via NWS : For the absolute latest updates, click on the image above.
WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY
URGENT – WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
253 AM EST Thu Dec 22 2022
Northern Virginia Blue Ridge (Including Skyline Drive & Big Meadows)
253 AM EST Thu Dec 22 2022
…WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS
AFTERNOON…
…WIND CHILL WATCH IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY MORNING THROUGH
SATURDAY EVENING…
* WHAT…For the Winter Weather Advisory, mixed precipitation
expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches and ice
accumulations of a tenth to a quarter of an inch. For the Wind
Chill Watch, dangerously cold wind chills possible. Wind chills
as low as 30 below zero.
* WHERE…Northern Virginia Blue Ridge.
* WHEN…For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 2 AM to 3 PM EST
Thursday. For the Wind Chill Watch, from Friday morning
through Saturday evening.
* IMPACTS…Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous
conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Strong
winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines.
Have a plan to protect you, your pets, livestock, and other
property that are sensitive to extreme cold conditions.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.
When venturing outside, watch your first few steps taken on
steps, sidewalks, and driveways, which could be icy and slippery,
increasing your risk of a fall and injury.
URGENT – WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
253 AM EST Thu Dec 22 2022
Augusta-Rockingham-
253 AM EST Thu Dec 22 2022
…WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM EST THIS
AFTERNOON…
* WHAT…Mixed precipitation expected. Total snow and sleet
accumulations around a coating to an inch in the valleys with
1 to 3 inches along the ridges above 2,000 feet. Ice
accumulation ranging from around a trace to a tenth of an inch
in the valleys with around a tenth to a quarter inch along the
ridges.
* WHERE…Augusta and Rockingham Counties.
* WHEN…From 2 AM to 3 PM EST Thursday. Precipitation will most
likely begin as a wintry mix between 2 AM and 5 AM overnight.
Precipitation will change to mostly freezing rain late
Thursday morning before ending as a period of rain later
Thursday afternoon into Thursday evening.
* IMPACTS…Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous
conditions could impact the morning commute along with holiday
travel.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
When venturing outside, watch your first few steps taken on
steps, sidewalks, and driveways, which could be icy and slippery,
increasing your risk of a fall and injury.
URGENT – WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
253 AM EST Thu Dec 22 2022
Central Virginia Blue Ridge (Including the BRP & Wintergreen Resort)
253 AM EST Thu Dec 22 2022
…WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM EST THIS
AFTERNOON…
…WIND CHILL WATCH IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY MORNING THROUGH
SATURDAY EVENING…
* WHAT…For the Winter Weather Advisory, mixed precipitation.
Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 2 inches and ice
accumulations of a tenth to a quarter of an inch. For the Wind
Chill Watch, dangerously cold wind chills possible. Wind chills
as low as 35 below zero.
* WHERE…Central Virginia Blue Ridge.
* WHEN…For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 2 AM to 3 PM EST
Thursday. For the Wind Chill Watch, from Friday morning
through Saturday evening.
* IMPACTS…Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous
conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Strong
winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines.
Have a plan to protect you, your pets, livestock, and other
property that are sensitive to extreme cold conditions.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.
When venturing outside, watch your first few steps taken on
steps, sidewalks, and driveways, which could be icy and slippery,
increasing your risk of a fall and injury.
URGENT – WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
253 AM EST Thu Dec 22 2022
Nelson-Albemarle-Greene-
253 AM EST Thu Dec 22 2022
…WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON EST
TODAY…
* WHAT…Mixed precipitation expected. Total snow and sleet
accumulations less than an inch. Ice accumulation around a
trace to a tenth of an inch.
* WHERE…Nelson, Albemarle and Greene Counties.
* WHEN…From 2 AM to noon EST Thursday. Precipitation will
overspread the area as a wintry mix between 2 AM and 4 AM
overnight. Precipitation will change to rain that will freeze
on elevated surfaces Thursday morning before changing to all
rain Thursday afternoon.
* IMPACTS…Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous
conditions could impact the morning commute along with holiday
travel.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
When venturing outside, watch your first few steps taken on
steps, sidewalks, and driveways, which could be icy and slippery,
increasing your risk of a fall and injury.
URGENT – WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Blacksburg VA
353 AM EST Thu Dec 22 2022
Surry-Wilkes-Roanoke-Botetourt-Rockbridge-Patrick-Franklin- Bedford-Amherst–
Including the cities of Dobson, Wilkesboro, Roanoke, Salem,
Fincastle, Lexington, Buena Vista, Stuart, Rocky Mount, Bedford,
and Amherst
353 AM EST Thu Dec 22 2022
…WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST THIS
AFTERNOON…
…WIND CHILL WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH
SATURDAY AFTERNOON…
* WHAT…For the Winter Weather Advisory, mixed precipitation.
Additional snow accumulations of up to one inch and ice
accumulations of a light glaze. For the Wind Chill Watch,
dangerously cold wind chills possible. Wind chills as low as
20 below zero.
* WHERE…Portions of north central and northwest North Carolina
and central, south central, southwest and west central
Virginia.
* WHEN…For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 1 PM EST this
afternoon. For the Wind Chill Watch, from Friday afternoon
through Saturday afternoon.
* IMPACTS…Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous
conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Gusty
winds could bring down tree branches. The cold wind chills
could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
URGENT – WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Blacksburg VA
355 AM EST Thu Dec 22 2022
Ashe-Alleghany NC-Surry-Watauga-Wilkes-Tazewell-Smyth-Bland-Giles-
Wythe-Pulaski-Montgomery-Grayson-Carroll-Floyd-Craig-Alleghany VA-
Bath-Roanoke-Botetourt-Rockbridge-Patrick-Franklin-Bedford-
Amherst-Mercer-Summers-Monroe-Eastern Greenbrier-
Western Greenbrier-
Including the cities of West Jefferson, Sparta, Dobson, Boone,
Wilkesboro, Tazewell, Marion, Bland, Pearisburg, Wytheville,
Radford, Pulaski, Blacksburg, Independence, Whitetop, Troutdale,
Volney, Galax, Floyd, New Castle, Clifton Forge, Covington,
Hot Springs, Roanoke, Salem, Fincastle, Lexington, Buena Vista,
Stuart, Rocky Mount, Bedford, Amherst, Bluefield, Flat Top,
Hinton, Hix, Union, Lewisburg, White Sulphur Springs, Alderson,
Quinwood, Duo, and Rainelle
355 AM EST Thu Dec 22 2022
…WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 10 PM EST FRIDAY…
* WHAT…West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph
expected.
* WHERE…Portions of north central and northwest North
Carolina, central, south central, southwest and west central
Virginia and southeast West Virginia.
* WHEN…From 3 AM to 10 PM EST Friday.
* IMPACTS…Strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and
power lines.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.
URGENT – WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
253 AM EST Thu Dec 22 2022
Central Virginia Blue Ridge (Includes the BRP & Wintergreen Resort)
253 AM EST Thu Dec 22 2022
…WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM EST THIS
AFTERNOON…
…WIND CHILL WATCH IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY MORNING THROUGH
SATURDAY EVENING…
* WHAT…For the Winter Weather Advisory, mixed precipitation.
Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 2 inches and ice
accumulations of a tenth to a quarter of an inch. For the Wind
Chill Watch, dangerously cold wind chills possible. Wind chills
as low as 35 below zero.
* WHERE…Central Virginia Blue Ridge.
* WHEN…For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 2 AM to 3 PM EST
Thursday. For the Wind Chill Watch, from Friday morning
through Saturday evening.
* IMPACTS…Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous
conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Strong
winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines.
Have a plan to protect you, your pets, livestock, and other
property that are sensitive to extreme cold conditions.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
URGENT – WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
253 AM EST Thu Dec 22 2022
VAZ507-221600-
/O.EXA.KLWX.WC.A.0002.221223T1100Z-221225T0000Z/
/O.CON.KLWX.WW.Y.0035.221222T0900Z-221222T2100Z/
Northern Virginia Blue Ridge-
253 AM EST Thu Dec 22 2022
…WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM EST THIS
AFTERNOON…
…WIND CHILL WATCH IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY MORNING THROUGH
SATURDAY EVENING…
* WHAT…For the Winter Weather Advisory, mixed precipitation
expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches and ice
accumulations of a tenth to a quarter of an inch. For the Wind
Chill Watch, dangerously cold wind chills possible. Wind chills
as low as 30 below zero.
* WHERE…Northern Virginia Blue Ridge.
* WHEN…For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 2 AM to 3 PM EST
Thursday. For the Wind Chill Watch, from Friday morning
through Saturday evening.
* IMPACTS…Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous
conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Strong
winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines.
Have a plan to protect you, your pets, livestock, and other
property that are sensitive to extreme cold conditions.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.
When venturing outside, watch your first few steps taken on
steps, sidewalks, and driveways, which could be icy and slippery,
increasing your risk of a fall and injury.
&&
$$
URGENT – WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Blacksburg VA
353 AM EST Thu Dec 22 2022
NCZ003-019-VAZ022>024-032>035-221700-
/O.EXT.KRNK.WC.A.0001.221223T1800Z-221224T1800Z/
/O.CON.KRNK.WW.Y.0016.000000T0000Z-221222T1800Z/
Surry-Wilkes-Roanoke-Botetourt-Rockbridge-Patrick-Franklin-
Bedford-Amherst-
Including the cities of Dobson, Wilkesboro, Roanoke, Salem,
Fincastle, Lexington, Buena Vista, Stuart, Rocky Mount, Bedford,
and Amherst
353 AM EST Thu Dec 22 2022
…WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST THIS
AFTERNOON…
…WIND CHILL WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH
SATURDAY AFTERNOON…
* WHAT…For the Winter Weather Advisory, mixed precipitation.
Additional snow accumulations of up to one inch and ice
accumulations of a light glaze. For the Wind Chill Watch,
dangerously cold wind chills possible. Wind chills as low as
20 below zero.
* WHERE…Portions of north central and northwest North Carolina
and central, south central, southwest and west central
Virginia.
* WHEN…For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 1 PM EST this
afternoon. For the Wind Chill Watch, from Friday afternoon
through Saturday afternoon.
* IMPACTS…Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous
conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Gusty
winds could bring down tree branches. The cold wind chills
could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
URGENT – WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Blacksburg VA
353 AM EST Thu Dec 22 2022
NCZ004>006-020-VAZ043>047-058-059-221700-
/O.EXB.KRNK.WC.A.0001.221223T1800Z-221224T1800Z/
Stokes-Rockingham-Caswell-Yadkin-Henry-Pittsylvania-Campbell-
Appomattox-Buckingham-Halifax-Charlotte-
Including the cities of Danbury, Eden, Yanceyville, Yadkinville,
Martinsville, Danville, Lynchburg, Appomattox, South Boston,
and Keysville
353 AM EST Thu Dec 22 2022
…WIND CHILL WATCH IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH
SATURDAY AFTERNOON…
* WHAT…Dangerously cold wind chills possible. Wind chills as
low as 5 below zero.
* WHERE…Portions of north central and northwest North Carolina
and central and south central Virginia.
* WHEN…From Friday afternoon through Saturday afternoon.
* IMPACTS…The cold wind chills could result in hypothermia if
precautions are not taken.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.
URGENT – WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
230 AM EST Thu Dec 22 2022
Northern Virginia Blue Ridge-Central Virginia Blue Ridge-
Including the cities of Big Meadows and Wintergreen
230 AM EST Thu Dec 22 2022
…HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY MORNING THROUGH LATE
FRIDAY NIGHT…
* WHAT…West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph
possible.
* WHERE…Northern Virginia Blue Ridge and Central Virginia Blue
Ridge.
* WHEN…From Friday morning through late Friday night.
* IMPACTS…Damaging winds could blow down trees and power
lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be
difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Bitterly cold wind chills will be ongoing
during the time of this high wind event. It is essential to make
preparations now for extreme cold conditions with the potential
for loss of power.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe
location prior to the onset of winds.
Via NWS : For absolute latest updates, click on image above.
WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY (Scroll down for Wintergreen specific forecast)
URGENT – WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
903 PM EST Wed Dec 21 2022
Nelson-Albemarle-Greene-
903 PM EST Wed Dec 21 2022
…WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM TO NOON
EST THURSDAY…
* WHAT…Mixed precipitation expected. Total snow and sleet
accumulations less than an inch. Ice accumulation around a
trace to a tenth of an inch.
* WHERE…Nelson, Albemarle and Greene Counties.
* WHEN…From 2 AM to noon EST Thursday. Precipitation will
overspread the area as a wintry mix between 2 AM and 4 AM
overnight. Precipitation will change to rain that will freeze
on elevated surfaces Thursday morning before changing to all
rain Thursday afternoon.
* IMPACTS…Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous
conditions could impact the morning commute along with holiday
travel.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
When venturing outside, watch your first few steps taken on
steps, sidewalks, and driveways, which could be icy and slippery,
increasing your risk of a fall and injury.
URGENT – WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
903 PM EST Wed Dec 21 2022
Augusta-Rockingham-Central Virginia Blue Ridge- (Including Wintergreen Resort)
903 PM EST Wed Dec 21 2022
…WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM TO 3 PM
EST THURSDAY…
* WHAT…Mixed precipitation expected. Total snow and sleet
accumulations around a coating to an inch in the valleys with
1 to 3 inches along the ridges above 2,000 feet. Ice
accumulation ranging from around a trace to a tenth of an inch
in the valleys with around a tenth to a quarter inch along the
ridges.
* WHERE…Augusta and Rockingham Counties, and Central Virginia
Blue Ridge.
* WHEN…From 2 AM to 3 PM EST Thursday. Precipitation will most
likely begin as a wintry mix between 2 AM and 5 AM overnight.
Precipitation will change to mostly freezing rain late
Thursday morning before ending as a period of rain later
Thursday afternoon into Thursday evening.
* IMPACTS…Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous
conditions could impact the morning commute along with holiday
travel.
URGENT – WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
903 PM EST Wed Dec 21 2022
Washington-Shenandoah-Frederick VA-Page-Warren-Clarke-
Northern Virginia Blue Ridge-(Including Big Meadows) Morgan-Berkeley-Jefferson-
903 PM EST Wed Dec 21 2022
…WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 4 PM
EST THURSDAY…
* WHAT…Mixed precipitation expected. Total snow and sleet
accumulations of 1 to 3 inches with localized amounts around 3
to 5 inches possible, especially west of Interstate 81. Ice
accumulations around a trace to a tenth of an inch with
localized amounts around a tenth to a quarter inch along the
Blue Ridge Mountains.
* WHERE…Portions of north central Maryland, northwest Virginia
and panhandle West Virginia.
* WHEN…From 4 AM to 4 PM EST Thursday. Precipitation will most
likely begin as a wintry mix between 4 AM and 7 AM.
Precipitation will change to mostly freezing rain late
Thursday morning before ending as a period of rain later
Thursday afternoon into Thursday evening.
* IMPACTS…Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous
conditions could impact the morning or evening commute along
with holiday travel.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
When venturing outside, watch your first few steps taken on
steps, sidewalks, and driveways, which could be icy and slippery,
increasing your risk of a fall and injury.orning commute along with holiday
travel.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Slow down and use caution while traveling.
When venturing outside, watch your first few steps taken on
steps, sidewalks, and driveways, which could be icy and slippery,
increasing your risk of a fall and injury.
Central Virginia Blue Ridge-
Including the city of Wintergreen
932 PM EST Wed Dec 21 2022...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM TO 3 PM EST
THURSDAY...
.REST OF TONIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Snow and freezing rain. Snow
accumulation up to 1 inch. Additional ice accumulation around a
trace. Lows in the upper 20s. East winds around 5 mph. Chance of
precipitation 90 percent.
.THURSDAY...Snow in the morning. Freezing rain and rain. Snow
accumulation up to 1 inch. Ice accumulation of up to one quarter
of an inch. Highs in the mid 30s. Northeast winds 5 to 10 mph
with gusts up to 20 mph, becoming north in the afternoon. Chance
of precipitation near 100 percent.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Rain and freezing rain in the evening, then a
chance of rain and snow showers after midnight. Little or no snow
accumulation. Ice accumulation around a trace. Lows around 30.
West winds 5 to 10 mph, increasing to southwest 15 to 20 mph with
gusts up to 30 mph after midnight. Chance of precipitation
90 percent.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. A chance of snow and rain showers in the
morning. Very windy with highs in the lower 30s. Temperature
falling to around 11 in the afternoon. West winds 25 to 35 mph
with gusts up to 55 mph. Chance of precipitation 90 percent. Wind
chill values as low as 15 below in the afternoon.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy and windy. Much colder with lows
around 5 above. West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.
Wind chill values as low as 20 below.
.SATURDAY...Sunny, blustery, cold with highs 10 to 20. Wind chill
values as low as 20 below.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Cold with lows around 10 above.
Wind chill values as low as 10 below.
.CHRISTMAS DAY...Sunny. Highs in the lower 20s. Wind chill values
as low as 10 below.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Cold with lows 10 to 15. Wind chill
values as low as zero.
.MONDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 20s. Wind chill values
as low as zero.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows around 20.
.TUESDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 30s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower 20s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 30s.
Nelson 151 will host its 13th Annual 12 Days of Christmas fundraiser beginning on Sunday, December 18, 2022 and culminating on Saturday, December 31, 2022. A check presentation will occur in mid-January 2022 to this year’s donation recipients, Rockfish Valley Volunteer Fire & Rescue and Central Virginia Farm Works Initiative.
Each year, Nelson 151 members come together during the holiday season to raise funds for local charitable and civic organizations and since the inception of this fundraising initiative, 12 Days of Christmas has collectively raised and donated over $30,000 to area non-profits benefitting the Nelson County community.
The broader Central Virginia community is invited to join in celebrating the holiday season while raising funds by visiting member locations on their chosen “Days of Giving” where a portion of the day’s sales will go towards the donations to these organizations.
“The past year has blessed the Nelson 151 corridor yet again with a vibrant business environment and as such, it is our turn to give back to the causes that benefit out area and make Nelson County a great place to live, work and play. We look forward providing financial support to Rockfish Valley Volunteer Fire & Rescue which provides vital safety and medical services to our community. We will also bring a new group into the circle of causes that we support with Central Virginia Farm WORKS Initiative, which provides important resources to the community of agricultural workers who are integral to annual harvest and running the many farm operations vital to agritourism.” -Lindsay Dorrier III, Nelson 151 President
2022 Day of Giving Schedule
·Sun 12/18 – Hill Top Winery & Meadery
·Mon 12/19 – Silverback Distillery
·Tue 12/20 – Flying Fox Vineyard & Winery
·Wed 12/21 – Blue Mountain Brewery
·Thu 12/22 – Valley Road Vineyards
·Fri 12/23 – Bryant’s Cider & Brewery
·Sat 12/24 – Bold Rock Hard Cider
·Sun 12/25 – Nelson Co. Economic Development
·Mon 12/26 – Afton Mountain Vineyards
·Tue 12/27 – Cardinal Point Vineyard & Winery
·Wed 12/28 – Devils Backbone Brewing Company & Distillery
·Thu 12/29 – Hazy Mountain Winery & Brewery
·Fri 12/30 – Blue Toad Hard Cider
·Sat 12/31 – Veritas Vineyard & Winery
Nelson 151 is a member organization comprised of 7 wineries, 3 breweries, 3 cideries and 3 distilleries, all located on Route 151 in Nelson County, VA. The organization’s focus is to support and promote member and preferred partner businesses. For more information, please visit nelson151.com.
Ice is everywhere up top in the mountains! John Taylor on Devils Knob at Wintergreen sent us this photo early Friday morning. Pretty much everything is encased in ice from Thursday’s freezing rain. Friday – December 16, 2022
Wintergreen Resort
Devils Knob (Appx 3500′)
Nelson County, Virginia
Skies cleared overnight Thursday, but freezing fog and black ice became a real problem along highways across the area. Amherst County closed schools again on Friday. And, crews were still dealing with ice taking down power lines in some locations.
Aside from those power and travel woes, the sunshine on Friday made the ice left behind pop!
Another shot from John Taylor on Devils Knob as the sun starting rising on the mountain. Friday – December 16, 2022
We get plenty of sunshine for the next few days with temperatures slowly getting colder into early next week then the temps really take a nosedive as we head toward Christmas. There’s also the chance we deal with a winter storm late next week. More as we get closer.
Veronika Nicholaison of Afton, Virginia in Nelson County sent us this photo around 7:40 AM Thursday morning. Freezing rain became a problem, particularly in the higher elevations. December 15, 2022
Nelson County, Virginia
By Tommy Stafford
Predictions of freezing rain and icing conditions happened around daylight Thursday morning. That caused Nelson County Public Schools to make the decision to close for the day, as did nearby Augusta.
While most of the roads down in the valley portions of the county were ok, it was in the mountains where the roads were becoming slick, spurring the decision to cancel schools.
Sally Walters from Devils Knob at Wintergreen Resort (appx 3500′) sent us this photo around 8:30 Thursday morning, calling it a “Winter Wonderland!”
There were a few traffic accidents across the area likely due to wet and sometimes icing conditions.
All in all it affected the higher elevations more than anywhere else.
Many of our Facebook followers were talking about conditions across the area.
All in all the majority of problems have been encountered in the higher elevations. As the day wears on most places change to just a plain old rain. But some spots in the highest of elevations in the mountains will be very slow, if at all, to get above freezing.
A screenshot from the VDOT camera on top of Afton Mountain early Thursday morning shows ice dripping ini front of the camera lens. Mile marker 99.3 I-64 on 12.14.22
Delay or adjust travel plans since roads may become hazardous during icy conditions
CULPEPER — Crews with the Virginia Department of Transportation are on the roads this morning, prepared to respond to any reports of icing on highways. Rain is falling across the Piedmont region and is forecast to change to freezing rain during the morning commuting hours in the counties closest to the Blue Ridge Mountains. Freezing rain can quickly make roads icy and slick and is extremely hazardous for all drivers, even in four-wheel and all-wheel-drive vehicles.
Ice is likely to form first in areas where pavement temperatures are lowest. These spots include bridges, overpasses, and ramps and at elevations such as the mountain passes on Interstate 64 and U.S. 250 in Albemarle County, U.S. 33 at Swift Run Gap in Greene County, U.S. 211 at Thornton Gap and U.S. 522 at Chester Gap in Rappahannock County.
If travel is necessary this morning, drivers should pay attention to local weather forecasts and road conditions and plan to use extreme caution as road conditions may deteriorate quickly. As air temperatures fall, pavement temperatures will also drop, creating the potential for icy conditions through Thursday morning.
VDOT crews are working across the state to respond to the storm. In the nine counties of the Culpeper District crews have been on duty overnight and will spread salt and sand to improve traction and melt ice when freezing precipitation begins. Since the storm began as rain brine was not used for this event since the rain would have washed it off the roads, rendering it ineffective.
Safety and Travel Resources
When winter weather arrives, residents and motorists should plan travel ahead of time, check road conditions, prepare an emergency car kit, follow forecasts and announcements and limit travel based on conditions.
Prior to travel, motorists should visit 511virginia.org, call 511 or check the 511 Virginia
mobile app for up-to-date information on road and traffic conditions.
Local updates about conditions in VDOT’s Culpeper District are posted toTwitter.com/VaDOTCulp.
Visit VDOT’s winter weather page for more information about winter weather preparations and response.
For questions or to report hazardous road conditions, the public should contact VDOT’s 24-hour Customer Service Center by visiting my.vdot.virginia.gov or calling 800-FOR-ROAD (367-7623).
SOME FREEZING RAIN REPORTED IN THE SHENANDOAH VALLEY – WITH MORE ON THE WAY
STAUNTON – (4 a.m.) A mix of rain, freezing rain and sleet is falling early Thursday morning, December 15, in the Shenandoah Valley and Alleghany Highlands. As of 4 a.m., the northern valley is reporting some icy spots, and freezing conditions are expected to overspread the region throughout the morning. Hazardous conditions are likely for the Thursday morning commute. The Virginia Department of Transportation advises motorists to avoid all unnecessary travel.
Crews from the VDOT Staunton District are on duty throughout the 11-county region to treat roadways with salt and abrasives. Interstates and other major highways are treated first, followed by secondary roads and subdivision streets.
Bridges and overpasses freeze first, sometimes creating an icy glaze even when roadway approaches are just wet. Those who must drive should use extreme caution and always wear a seatbelt.
In addition to freezing rain and sleet, strong and gusty winds are expected on Thursday. Motorists should be alert for downed trees, branches or utility lines. VDOT has tree-removal contractors on standby to help keep roadways clear.
Statewide road conditions and traffic cameras are found at http://www.511Virginia.org. Roads with snow conditions will be marked minor, moderate, severe or closed.
Road condition definitions:
Closed – Road is closed to all traffic.
Severe – drifting or partially blocked road.
Moderate – snow or ice on major portions of the roadway.
Minor – bare pavement except for isolated spots of snow, ice or slush. Driving with caution is recommended.
For a text listing of winter weather road conditions go to http://www.511Virginia.organd click “Text Views” on the orange bar across the top of the page. Then click on “Road Conditions Table” and use the pull-down box to select individual counties and cities.
On the go? Visit VDOT’s Free Virginia 511 Tools to get your 511 app for android or iOS. Traffic alerts and traveler information can be obtained by dialing 511.
The VDOT Customer Service Center can be accessed through its mobile friendly website at https://my.vdot.virginia.gov/. Agents are on site 24/7 every day of the year to assist the public. People can also call the VDOT Customer Service Center at 800-FOR- ROAD (800-367-7623).
