Gov. Youngkin declares a state of emergency ahead of Ian
Governor Youngkin has declared a state emergency by email in advance of Hurricane Ian which has re-intensified and is approaching the Carolinas.
The storm is still expected to bring steady and in some cases heavy rains to parts of Virginia according to the National Weather Service.
The Governor encourages all Virginians and visitors to make a plan, have supplies on hand and follow sources for up to the minute information on Ian’s impact.
A state of emergency declaration allows the state to mobilize resources and equipment needed for response and recovery efforts.
Virginians are advised to prepare for the potential of heavy rainfall, flooding, wind damage and possibly even tornadoes.
Virginia’s emergency support team is constantly monitoring the situation and coordinating resources with local, state and federal officials.
Kemp Miller’s weather forecast will provide up to the minute weather information as the storm progresses stay tuned to the River 953 and Fox Sports Radio 1450 to stay informed.
More information on preparation is available at VAemergency.gov/hurricanes and ready.gov/hurricanes.
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News Maker Kemp Miller on valley weather
In an email Governor Youngkin declared a state of emergency in advance of today’s Jan. 28’s storm.
Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) confirmed in an email it has begun treating roads.
Schools have dismissed early Jan. 28 too.
We spoke with Meteorologist Kemper Miller about the storm and what will happen in our area in our latest news maker.
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Kemp explains what we will likely receive this weekend Jan. 28-30 and that it will get cold.
He also explains why the valley is so hard to predict weather for.
Kemp offers an interesting Weatherwise podcast the first Monday of each month right here.
Click here for Kemp’s interview.
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Gov. Northam declares a state of emergency ahead of Sun. 1/16 storm
An email from Gov. Northam confirms a state of emergency has been declared ahead of this Sun. Jan 16 storm.
Emergency services, Virginia State Police, Power Providers have all confirmed by email and social post that they are fully prepared for the impending storm.
The winter storm watch is posted for Sunday afternoon into Monday morning with 6 to 12 inches possible by Monday morning’s Jan. 17’s Federal Holiday.
The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) has confirmed in a social post that they have already begun pre-treating the roads.
Motorist are asked not to travel especially during the heaviest snow fall likely Sunday afternoon Jan. 16 unless absolutely necessary.
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VDOT prepares for the weather that is predicted tonight 1/6
The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) confirms in an email that they are prepared for tonight’s Jan. 6 impending wintry weather.
VDOT has already pretreated roads and have crews deployed to monitor and treat roads as needed.
Beginning tonight crews will remain on 12 hour shifts 24 hours until roads have had at least one pass.
Motorist are advised to not travel once the snow begins unless absolute necessary.
If you have to travel monitor all road conditions up to the minute at 511virginia.org.
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VDH monitors for COVID-19 variant Omicron in Virginia
ABC news is reporting that Gov. Northam is not declaring a state of emergency when it comes to the COVID-19 variant Omicron.
The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) is monitoring for the variant and found no signs of it in Virginia.
Northam continued that he has no immediate plans to reinstate coronavirus restrictions at this time.
The Governor did say that we shouldn’t panic at this stage but we should pay close attention.
Northam did reiterate the need to get vaccinated or get the booster if you haven’t yet.
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VA. declares a state of emergency and Page County Schools dismiss early 9/1
Ahead of tropical depression Ida Gov. Northam has declared a state of emergency for the state of Virginia.
Heavy rains and flash flooding is expected with a slight risk of tornadoes across the Commonwealth through tonight.
Virginians are being asked to stay alert and be vigilant and remain prepared by keeping devices powered to keep up with important information.
Lord Fairfax Community College have already closed all campuses today Sept. 1.
Page County Public Schools will dismiss at noon today with all after school activities cancelled today Sept. 1.
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