Snow Updates
Weather.gov – Wakefield Office for up to date information http://www.weather.gov/akq/
Traffic updates – http://www.511virginia.org/
Power outage information – http://outagemap.dom.com/external/default.html
Resources for cold weather:
https://www.cdc.gov/disasters/winter/
https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/weather/ColdWeatherSafety.htm
https://www.ready.gov/winter-weather
What Citizens Should Do:
Stay off the roads during the storm unless travel is absolutely necessary. If travel is necessary, drive with caution and allow extra space around other vehicles. Let someone know where you are going, the route you are taking and when you expect to arrive so that if something happens while traveling, someone knows where to send assistance.
Make sure your vehicle is ready for winter and is in safe driving condition. Keep an emergency kit in your car. Include items such as jumper cables, blankets, first aid kit, water, non-perishable food, cat litter or sand, shovel, flash light and batteries, ice scraper and cell phone charger.
Bring pets inside from the cold.
If you have power-dependent medical equipment, make sure all batteries and extra batteries are fully charged. Know where to go if you lose power during or after the storm. If you aren’t sure where to go, dial 2-1-1 for a list of shelters or charging stations that may be open in your area.
Be prepared to take care of yourself and your family for at least 72 hours, in case roads are blocked and/or there are power outages.
Have a battery-powered or hand-crank radio and extra batteries for emergency information. Listen to local weather forecasts and instructions from local officials.
If you need help, information or resources during the storm, call 2-1-1. Those with hearing impairments can call 7-1-1 for the Virginia Relay Center and then call 1-800-230-6977. Out of state or videophone users may also dial 1-800-230-6977 for assistance.
Download the free Ready Virginia mobile app at: http://www.vaemergency.gov/readyvirginia/additional-resources/mobileapp.
Download the free VDOT 511 mobile app for updates on road conditions at: http://www.virginiadot.org/travel/511.asp.