Winter Storm Warning Issued for Northern and Central Virginia Blue Ridge

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Baltimore MD/Washington DC has issued a Winter Storm Warning for the Blue Ridge region of Virginia. The alert is effective starting Sunday morning as heavy snow and gusty winds are expected to impact the area.

Affected Areas

The warning covers the following geographic regions:

• Northern Virginia Blue Ridge
• Central Virginia Blue Ridge

What You Should Do

Residents are urged to prepare for difficult travel conditions. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions in your state, call 5 1 1. Prepare for potential power outages as gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

Expected Conditions

• Snow Accumulation: Total snow accumulations between 4 and 8 inches are expected, with localized amounts reaching up to 10 inches.
• Wind: Winds are forecasted to gust as high as 40 mph.
• Visibility: Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile at times due to falling and blowing snow.
• Impacts: Roads, bridges, and overpasses are likely to become slick and hazardous. Travel could be very difficult and the conditions are expected to impact the Monday morning commute.

Timeline

The Winter Storm Warning is in effect from 6:00 AM EST Sunday, February 22, through 7:00 AM EST Monday, February 23.