❄️Winter Storm Warning in Effect: Heavy Snow Expected
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Fairfax County, effective from 1:00 PM Tuesday, February 11, through 7:00 AM Wednesday, February 12. Governor Youngkin has also issued Executive Order 45, declaring a State of Emergency for Virginia.
❄️ What to Expect
🌨️ Heavy snow accumulation: 4 to 6 inches in the immediate D.C. area, with 4 to 8 inches south and west of D.C.
⚠️ Snowfall rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour possible late Tuesday afternoon and evening.
🌡️ Low temperatures near 30°F, with sleet and rain possible on Wednesday.
🚨 Key Travel & Safety Impacts
⚠️ Hazardous road conditions & reduced visibility expected.
⚠️ Potential power outages due to heavy snow accumulation.
⚠️ VDOT and DPWES are mobilizing at high levels to clear roadways (see below for details).
❄️ VDOT & DPWES Snow Removal Updates
🚛 VDOT Mobilization Plan:
✔️ 7 AM – 9 AM: Level 1
✔️ 10 AM – 11 AM: Level 2
✔️ Noon – 2 PM: Level 3
✔️ 2 PM – 4 PM: Level 4 storm status
🛠 DPWES Activation:
✔️ Level 3 Activation begins at 4:00 AM Wednesday
✔️ 12-hour shifts will start at 12:00 PM Wednesday
📌 Track Snow Plowing in Real Time
🔗 VDOT Snow Plow Tracker: https://plow4va.vdot.virginia.gov/public/map
📞 VDOT Contact Information
📍 Customer Service: 1-800-FOR-ROAD (367-7623), TTY 711
📍 Email: VDOTinfo@vdot.virginia.gov
📍 Website: https://my.vdot.virginia.gov/
⏳ Extended Winter Storm Forecast
📅 Tuesday: Snow begins after 1 PM. High near 35°F. 1 to 3 inches possible.
🌙 Tuesday Night: Snow, mainly before 4 AM. Low around 30°F. 2 to 4 additional inches possible.
📅 Wednesday: Snow/sleet in the morning, transitioning to rain. High near 34°F.
🌙 Wednesday Night: Rain, with temperatures around 34°F.
📅 Thursday: Partly sunny, high near 49°F, with winds gusting up to 20 mph.
🚗 Who is Responsible for Snow Removal?
🛣 Public Roads: Maintained by VDOT
📞 Call: 1-800-FOR-ROAD (367-7623), TTY 711
🔗 Online Requests: https://my.vdot.virginia.gov/
🏘 Private Streets: Responsibility of the Homeowner/Condo Association or Property Manager.
🏗 New Subdivisions (No State Route Numbers Posted):
📞 Contact the developer or Bonds & Agreements at 703-222-0801, TTY 711.
📍 Fairfax County Roads (Blue “Fairfax County Maintained” Signs):
📞 Call: 703-877-2800, TTY 711
📩 Email: Maintenance & Stormwater Management
🚶♂️ Sidewalks & Trails: Let’s pitch in as a community to keep walkways clear for pedestrians, schoolchildren, the elderly, and those with disabilities!
📢 Important Resources & Updates
📌 Winter Storm Blog Post & Preparedness Tips:
🔗 Fairfax County Emergency Blog
📌 Fairfax County Operating Status & Closures:
🔗 www.fairfaxcounty.gov/status
📌 Leaf Collection Delays Due to Weather:
🔗 Fairfax County Leaf Collection Schedule & Updates
💡 Stay informed and plan ahead! Monitor alerts, avoid unnecessary travel, and check on neighbors who may need assistance. Stay safe, Mason District! ❄️🚗
As always, please don’t hesitate to contact me if I can be of any assistance. My office can be reached at 703-256-7717 or by emailing Mason@fairfaxcounty.gov.
Sincerely,
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