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Lovingston : Nelson High Fine Arts Department To Perform Disney Musical, Newsies

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Lovingston : Nelson High Fine Arts Department To Perform Disney Musical, Newsies

Lovingston
Nelson County, Virginia

Nelson County High School Fine Arts Department students will perform the beloved Disney musical, ” Newsies” this spring!

Nelson County High School takes great pride in its Fine Arts program, which nurtures creativity, teamwork, and dedication. This year’s production showcases the remarkable talent of their students, who have been working hard to bring this inspirational story to life on stage.

Show dates:

• Friday, March 7th – 7:30pm
• Saturday, March 8th – 7:30pm
• Sunday, March 9th – 2pm

Tickets:

• Adults – $12
• Students, Military, & First Responders – $7

Online tickets can be purchased here at this link, or they can be purchased at the door.

For complete information about the upcoming performances visit the production’s online info link here.

Large Power Outage Affecting Central Virginia As High Winds Move In (Update 7:30 AM – 2.18.25)

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Large Power Outage Affecting Central Virginia As High Winds Move In (Update 7:30 AM – 2.18.25)

Central Virginia Blue Ridge

As of 7:30 AM (2.18.25) here the latest update from CVEC

As of 6:30 AM (2.17.25) here the latest update from CVEC

As of 7:30 PM (2.16.25) here the latest update from CVEC

“At this time, just over 7,873 CVEC members are still without power. We are still awaiting transmission lines to be repaired in many areas but our crews are working diligently to make repairs in other areas. With over 230 outage locations, members should prepare to be without power overnight and well into Monday evening. We know there is severe damage to the system, but we won’t know the full extent until daylight when our teams can scout and clear the trees and destruction to make way for power restoration.

As the wind gusts continue, members should prepare for additional outages.
✨Keep devices charged and flashlights nearby.
✨Stay warm with extra layers and blankets. If you are on a well, fill empty jugs with water.
✨Members should also monitor local news for weather updates and travel problems as many roads will likely be blocked by flooding, fallen trees, or downed power lines.
✨Remember to stay at least 30 feet away from downed lines and objects in contact with downed lines.

If you have a generator, make sure you are using it safely. Never operate it inside enclosed spaces or near windows and air vents. For more generator safety tips, visit: https://www.mycvec.com/outages-safety/safety/generators-storm-safety/

Mother nature is certainly making things challenging for our crews and our members, but we’ll push through this storm together. We are co-op strong . Please stay safe and rest assured that we will get every one back on as quickly and safely as possible.”

Original post:
Extremely high winds moved into the Central Virginia area Sunday afternoon as a cold front moved across the area.

As of 4:30 PM just over 16,000 customers were without power on the CVEC system. That doesn’t county other area systems that have large outages as well.

Our BRL station in Roseland / Bryant clocked a 40 MPH wind gust Sunday afternoon. February 16, 2025
Our other station, BRL-Ski Barn at Route 664 & 151 just south of Nellysford measured a 53 MPH wind gust Sunday afternoon. February 16, 2025

High winds, especially in the mountains, are expected to continue into the evening. Will will become less gusty later tonight on the east side of the Parkway and Skyline, but up top and on the west side High Wind Warnings will continue.

 

Weather Bulletin : Numerous Warnings & Advisories In Effect Sunday Into Monday

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Weather Bulletin : Numerous Warnings & Advisories In Effect Sunday Into Monday

URGENT – WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
1000 AM EST Sun Feb 16 2025

Nelson-Albemarle-Greene-Madison-Orange-Culpeper-Stafford-
Spotsylvania-King George-Southern Fauquier-
1000 AM EST Sun Feb 16 2025

…WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THIS EVENING…

* WHAT…South winds becoming west 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55
mph expected.

* WHERE…Albemarle, Greene, King George, Nelson, Orange,
Spotsylvania, Culpeper, Southern Fauquier, Stafford, and Madison
Counties.

* WHEN…Until 10 PM EST this evening.

* IMPACTS…Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…The strongest winds will occur during the
afternoon hours.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

URGENT – WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
245 AM EST Sun Feb 16 2025

Washington-Augusta-Rockingham-Shenandoah-Frederick VA-Page-Warren-
Clarke-Hampshire-Morgan-Berkeley-Jefferson-Hardy-
245 AM EST Sun Feb 16 2025

…HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 1 AM EST
MONDAY…

* WHAT…West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts of 50 to 60 mph expected.

* WHERE…Portions of north central Maryland, northwest and western
Virginia, and eastern West Virginia.

* WHEN…From noon today to 1 AM EST Monday.

* IMPACTS…Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially
for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…The strongest wind gusts are expected from
mid afternoon through mid evening. Wind gusts of 40 to 50 mph may
linger at times through Monday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution
if you must drive.

URGENT – WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
245 AM EST Sun Feb 16 2025

(Link here to Wintergreen Resort, VA Specific Forecast)

Extreme Western Allegany-Central and Eastern Allegany-Western
Highland-Eastern Highland-Northern Virginia Blue Ridge-Central
Virginia Blue Ridge (included Wintergreen & Big Meadows) -Eastern Grant-Western Mineral-Eastern Mineral-
Eastern Pendleton-
245 AM EST Sun Feb 16 2025

…HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO NOON EST
MONDAY…

* WHAT…West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts of 50 to 65 mph expected.

* WHERE…In Maryland, Allegany County. In Virginia, Central and
Northern Virginia Blue Ridge and Highland County. In West
Virginia, Eastern Grant, Eastern Pendleton, and Mineral Counties.

* WHEN…From noon today to noon EST Monday.

* IMPACTS…Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially
for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…The strongest wind gusts are expected this
afternoon through tonight.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution
if you must drive.

URGENT – WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Blacksburg VA
300 AM EST Sun Feb 16 2025

Ashe-Alleghany NC-Watauga-Montgomery-Grayson-Carroll-Floyd-
Roanoke-Botetourt-Rockbridge-Patrick-Franklin-Bedford-Amherst-
Including the cities of Galax, Stuart, Whitetop, Independence,
Roanoke, Fincastle, Lexington, Salem, Volney, Rocky Mount, Buena
Vista, Amherst, Sparta, Blacksburg, Boone, Floyd, Bedford, West
Jefferson, and Troutdale
300 AM EST Sun Feb 16 2025

…HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 4 PM EST MONDAY…

* WHAT…West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected.
Locally higher gusts are possible at higher elevations.

* WHERE…Portions of northwest North Carolina and central, south
central, southwest, and west central Virginia.

* WHEN…From noon today to 4 PM EST Monday.

* IMPACTS…Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and power outages may result. Many tree
limbs that were broken or partially broken during the freezing
rain earlier this week may be blown down resulting in debris on
roads and additional power outages.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use caution parking or working around trees that
may have broken or weak branches. Be prepared for debris on roadways
and sidewalks.

URGENT – WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Blacksburg VA
300 AM EST Sun Feb 16 2025

Surry-Stokes-Rockingham-Caswell-Wilkes-Yadkin-Henry-Pittsylvania-
Campbell-Appomattox-Buckingham-Halifax-Charlotte-
Including the cities of Dobson, Yanceyville, Wilkesboro,
Danville, Lynchburg, South Boston, Keysville, Eden, Danbury,
Yadkinville, Martinsville, and Appomattox
300 AM EST Sun Feb 16 2025

…WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 4 PM EST
MONDAY…

* WHAT…West winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected.

* WHERE…Portions of north central and northwest North Carolina and
central and south central Virginia.

* WHEN…From noon today to 4 PM EST Monday.

* IMPACTS…Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

Winter Storm Creates Havoc Across Area

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Winter Storm Creates Havoc Across Area

Central Virginia Blue Ridge

As predicted a major winter storm began moving though the area early Tuesday morning. Heavy snowfall combined with sleet and freezing rain made travel hazardous all across the area. To the south in in Southwestern Virginia a major ice storm plunged more than 100,000 people into the dark from downed trees and broken power poles.

A closer look at one of the semis that lost control attempting to go over the mountain and through Brents Gap Tuesday afternoon, February 11, 2025


Above, (updated) as of Thursday AEP crews were still dealing with extensive ice damage to the power grid in SW Virginia counties.

Of course with all of the snow and ice, Virginia State Police were busy working accidents.
“The winter storm that moved into Virginia Tuesday continues to impact the Commonwealth; however, the number of crashes has slowed this afternoon.

Since midnight on Feb. 11, 2025, (as of 4 p.m. on Feb. 12, 2025), there have been 951 crashes statewide, including 95 with reported injuries.  There have been no fatalities.

In the Virginia State Police’s Appomattox Division, covering much of central/western Virginia (Staunton, Charlottesville, Lynchburg, South Boston), there have been 121 crashes, eight of which had reported injuries.”

Varying amounts of snow fell but generally in the Central Virginia area amounts ranged from 8″ to around 1 foot.

Photo Bu Yvette Stafford : In spite of the headaches caused from the storm, it left some beautiful scenes across the area like this one in Roseland, Virginia of Nelson County.

Warmer temps are on the way that will melt a lot of the snow, followed by heavy rains over the coming weekend.

Another round of winter weather and cold temps are on the way for next week!

VSP : 11 AM Crash Update Across Area

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VSP : 11 AM Crash Update Across Area

From VSP Richmond:

“The winter storm that moved into Virginia overnight continues to impact the Commonwealth.
Since midnight tonight (as of 11 a.m. on Feb. 11, 2025), there have been 73 crashes, with a reported four injuries.  There have been no fatalities.
In the Virginia State Police’s Appomattox Division, covering much of western/central Virginia (including Charlottesville, Staunton, Lynchburg, and South Boston), there have been 7 crashes with no reported injuries.
Virginia State Police continue to encourage drivers to stay off the roads during the storm and allow the Virginia Department of Transportation and other emergency crews more space to work.

If you must travel, drivers are reminded to do the following:

• Use headlights. Increasing your visibility helps you to avoid slick and dangerous spots on the road, as well as helps other drivers see you better.
• Slow your speed. Though state police works closely with the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) to identify problem areas on Virginia’s highways during a winter storm, drivers still must drive for conditions. Slowing your speed gives you more time to safely react and avoid a crash. Drive your vehicle based on your ability to properly maintain control of your vehicle.
• Don’t tailgate. You need increased stopping distance on slick road surfaces. Give yourself more space between vehicles traveling ahead of you to avoid rear end collisions.
• Buckle Up. Most crashes that occur during winter weather are caused by vehicles sliding into guardrails, off the road or other vehicles. Wearing your seat belt protects you from being thrown around the inside of your vehicle and suffering serious injury in a crash.
• Check Your Vehicle. Make sure your vehicle is in good working order for the conditions. Fill up the tank in advance. Check windshield wipers, windshield wiper fluid, tire tread, battery life, etc.
• Don’t leave home without a window scraper, blanket, bottled water, snack, cell phone charger and flashlight.

For the latest in road conditions and updates, please call 511 on a cell phone or go online to the VDOT Virginia Traffic Information Website at www.511virginia.org [511virginia.org].

Matthew Demlein
Public Relations Coordinator
Virginia State Police”

Weather Bulletin : Winter Storm Warning For Most Of Area Tuesday (2.11.25) Into Wednesday AM

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Weather Bulletin : Winter Storm Warning For Most Of Area Tuesday (2.11.25) Into Wednesday AM

Central Virginia Blue Ridge

WINTER STORM WARNING
URGENT – WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
248 AM EST Mon Feb 10 2025

Augusta-Rockingham-Nelson-Albemarle-Greene-Madison-Orange-
Spotsylvania-Western Highland-Eastern Highland-Northern Virginia
Blue Ridge-Central Virginia Blue Ridge-Western Pendleton-Eastern
Pendleton-
248 AM EST Mon Feb 10 2025

…WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TUESDAY TO 7 AM EST
WEDNESDAY…

* WHAT…Heavy mixed precipitation expected. Total snow
accumulations between 4 and 6 inches and ice accumulations up to
two tenths of an inch.

* WHERE…Portions of central, northwest, and western Virginia and
eastern West Virginia.

* WHEN…From 10 AM Tuesday to 7 AM EST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS…Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous
conditions could impact the Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning
commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. 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
437 AM EST Mon Feb 10 2025

Botetourt-Rockbridge-Bedford-Amherst-Henry-Pittsylvania-Campbell-
Appomattox-Buckingham-Halifax-Charlotte-
Including the cities of Lexington, South Boston, Fincastle,
Bedford, Appomattox, Keysville, Buena Vista, Danville, Lynchburg,
Amherst, and Martinsville
437 AM EST Mon Feb 10 2025

…WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TUESDAY TO NOON
EST WEDNESDAY…

* WHAT…Heavy mixed winter precipitation expected. Total snow and
sleet accumulations 3 to 6 inches and ice accumulations up to two
tenths of an inch possible. Locally higher ice amount along the
Blue Ridge.

* WHERE…Portions of southwest Virginia.

* WHEN…From 6 AM Tuesday to noon EST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS…Numerous power outages and tree damage are likely due to
the ice. Travel could be nearly impossible. Power outages may last
multiple days. The hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday
morning and evening commutes and the Wednesday morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely
necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden
changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the
motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your
destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially
cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is
winterized and in good working order.

Joe Thomas Returns To Broadcast Radio In Mornings After Court Battle

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Joe Thomas Returns To Broadcast Radio In Mornings After Court Battle

Staunton
Augusta County, Virginia

Back in April of 2024 we told you about Joe Thomas being shown the door at his former radio station in Charlottesville. He’d been on-air there for well over a decade. At the time Thomas had purchased a trio of stations in nearby Crozet, Staunton and Harrisonburg. The talk radio station group has been branded as The New WTON Radio.

The owners of the station group in Charlottesville filed court action against Thomas to stop him from airing his popular morning show Joe Thomas In The Morning. The judge in the case issued a temporary injunction preventing the show from airing on regular AM-FM radio in the mornings, but allowed it to to continue on streaming services and a replay in the afternoons over broadcast radio.

This week, that all ends. Below, a release Joe sent us late Sunday night.

“Where did Joe go?” That’s the question that many of Joe Thomas’ longtime radio listeners have asked since an injunction was imposed keeping him off his 101.1fm transmitter in the Albemarle/Nelson County area. That injunction expires on Tuesday, February 11th and Joe’s morning show will return LIVE to the Charlottesville and Waynesboro listening areas as well as Staunton on the flagship 1240am and in Harrisonburg on 98.9fm at 5am on the 12th!

“We’ve been here all along on the station’s web stream but boy it will be good to be back on the air!” Thomas said, “A few things have changed in the past 6 months,” he added. “Not the least of which is a new network affiliation on the Talk Media Network bringing the show to 100 cities from Norfolk to San Francisco!”

Charlottesville Radio?
Never say never,” Said Thomas, “but if the listeners want us back, they know what a grassroots campaign can lead to. Just ask the guy in the White House. So call your favorite station and ask them to put us on!”

BRL’s forecaster Tommy Stafford is the weather voice of the three stations in Crozet, Staunton and Harrisonburg on the hour and half hour.

Here’s a direct link to the live streaming version if you aren’t near an AM-FM off air broadcast.

Freezing Rain Causes Some Issues

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Freezing Rain Causes Some Issues

Central Virginia Blue Ridge
Near Waynesboro, VA

As expected, freezing rain moved in overnight Wednesday into Thursday morning. Though it didn’t created massive headaches there were enough problems to be aggravating.

From our Facebook page, video of VDOT clearing route 250 heading into Waynesboro down Afton Mountain. Thursday – February 6, 2025. (click images above to see video)

Above, on Afton Mountain coming down into Waynesboro along Route 250 traffic was stopped for a bit due to limbs falling into the road.

In addition to the freezing rain folks got an unusual event with thunder and lightning as well.

Numerous power outages were reported in the Waynesboro area due to limbs down on power lines.

As temps warm throughout the afternoon the freezing rain will change to plain rain with temps warming rapidly into the upper 50s by mid afternoon as winds shift to the south.

Winter Weather Advisory (Cancelled) Ice Storm Warning Until Noon Thursday 2.6.25

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Winter Weather Advisory (Cancelled) Ice Storm Warning Until Noon Thursday 2.6.25

WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY
URGENT – WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
137 PM EST Wed Feb 5 2025

District of Columbia-Cecil-Southern Baltimore-Prince Georges-Anne
Arundel-Charles-St. Marys-Calvert-Central and Southeast
Montgomery-Central and Southeast Howard-Southeast Harford-Nelson–
Albemarle-Greene-Madison-Orange-Culpeper-Fairfax-Arlington/Falls
Church/Alexandria-Stafford-Spotsylvania-King George-Southern
Fauquier-Central and Southeast Prince William/Manassas/Manassas
Park-
137 PM EST Wed Feb 5 2025

…WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING
TO 10 AM EST THURSDAY…

* WHAT…Mixed precipitation expected. Total snow and sleet
accumulations up to one inch and ice accumulations between a glaze
up to one tenth of an inch.

* WHERE…Portions of DC, central, northeast, northern, and southern
Maryland, and central, northern, and northwest Virginia.

* WHEN…From 9 PM this evening to 10 AM EST Thursday.

* IMPACTS…Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous
conditions could impact the Thursday morning commute.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Light sleet moves into the area this evening,
then a mix of freezing rain and sleet develops after midnight.
Most of the area will see a mix of sleet and freezing rain through
the night, with rain mixing in along and east of Interstate 95.
Temperatures will warm Thursday morning after sunrise, and
precipitation transitions to rain.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

Slow down and use caution while traveling. 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 Baltimore MD/Washington DC
137 PM EST Wed Feb 5 2025

Augusta-Rockingham-Shenandoah-Page-Warren-Central Virginia Blue
Ridge–
137 PM EST Wed Feb 5 2025

…WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING
TO NOON EST THURSDAY…

* WHAT…Mixed precipitation expected. Total snow and sleet
accumulations up to one inch and ice accumulations between one
tenth and two tenths of an inch.

* WHERE…Portions of central, northwest, and western Virginia.

* WHEN…From 7 PM this evening to noon EST Thursday.

* IMPACTS…Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
likely become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road
conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday
morning commute.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…A light mix of freezing rain and sleet will
begin this evening, that transitions to a steady freezing rain
tonight, though sleet likely continues to mix in at times.
Temperatures will warm Thursday morning, and precipitation
transitions to rain.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.

Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while
driving. If you are going outside, watch your first few steps taken
on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and
slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury.

URGENT – WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Blacksburg VA
142 PM EST Wed Feb 5 2025

VAZ019-020-024-060600-
/O.CON.KRNK.WW.Y.0008.000000T0000Z-250206T1200Z/
Alleghany VA-Bath-Rockbridge–
Including the cities of Covington, Clifton Forge, Lexington, Hot
Springs, and Buena Vista
142 PM EST Wed Feb 5 2025

…WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM EST
THURSDAY…

* WHAT…Freezing rain. Additional ice accumulations up to two
tenths of an inch.

* WHERE…Alleghany VA, Bath, and Rockbridge Counties.

* WHEN…Until 7 AM EST Thursday.

* IMPACTS…Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
likely become slick and hazardous. Difficult travel conditions are
possible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday
evening and Thursday morning commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

Slow down and use caution while traveling. Prepare for possible
power outages. The latest road conditions for the state you are
calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while
driving. If you are going outside, watch your first few steps taken
on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and
slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury.

ICE STORM WARNING
URGENT – WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
137 PM EST Wed Feb 5 2025

Garrett-Washington-Extreme Western Allegany-Central and Eastern
Allegany-Frederick VA-Clarke-Northern Virginia Blue Ridge–
Hampshire-Morgan-Berkeley-Jefferson-Hardy-Western Grant-Eastern
Grant-Western Mineral-Eastern Mineral-
137 PM EST Wed Feb 5 2025

…ICE STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO
NOON EST THURSDAY…

* WHAT…Significant icing expected. Total snow and sleet
accumulations up to one inch and ice accumulations between two
tenths and three tenths of an inch.

* WHERE…Portions of north central and western Maryland, northwest
Virginia, and eastern and panhandle West Virginia.

* WHEN…From 7 PM this evening to noon EST Thursday.

* IMPACTS…Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
likely become slick and hazardous. Power outages and tree damage
are likely due to the ice. Travel could be nearly impossible. The
hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday morning commute.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…A light mix of freezing rain and sleet this
evening will transition to a steady freezing rain tonight.
Temperatures will warm Thursday morning, and precipitation
transitions to rain.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

Travel is strongly discouraged. If you must travel, keep an extra
flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.
Prepare for possible power outages. The latest road conditions for
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely
necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden
changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the
motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your
destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially
cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is
winterized and in good working order.

VDOT Plans For Approaching Winter Weather

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VDOT Plans For Approaching Winter Weather

 

CULPEPER — The Virginia Department of Transportation is preparing for a winter storm that is forecast to bring sleet and freezing rain to much of western and northwestern Virginia. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for much of the Piedmont region, where precipitation is predicted to begin Wednesday evening and continue through the morning Thursday. Freezing rain is forecast to cause icy roads during the Thursday morning commuting hours.

Do not travel during this storm. Anyone on the road before the storm arrives on Wednesday should monitor local weather forecasts and road conditions and drive with extreme caution as conditions will deteriorate quickly as air temperatures fall below freezing. Pavement temperatures are also expected to drop, with significant ice accumulations up to one-quarter inch forecast through Thursday morning. Icy conditions will occur first on bridges, overpasses, ramps and in shaded areas.

VDOT is mobilizing resources to prepare for the storm. In the nine counties of the Culpeper District crews will be on duty overnight on Wednesday and will begin spreading salt and sand to improve traction and melt ice after precipitation begins. Since the storm is forecast to begin as rain brine will not be used for this event since the rain will wash it off the road, 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 511.vdot.virginia.gov, call 511 or check the 511 Virginia mobile app for up-to-date information on road and traffic conditions. Remember to check conditions along your entire travel route as conditions may change in other regions of the state.

Local updates about conditions in VDOT’s Culpeper District are posted to X.com/VaDOTCulp and theCulpeper District Facebook page. Visit VDOT’s winter weather page for more information about winter weather preparations and response.

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VDOT’s nine-county Culpeper District includes the counties of Albemarle, Culpeper, Fauquier, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa, Madison, Orange and Rappahannock. The independent city of Charlottesville maintains its own roads.

 

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