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Neighbors,
Snow is falling and a winter weather advisory is in effect for our region. We also expect to see several inches of snow on Monday, January 6. Helpful information to weather the storms can be found below and on our website. Check here for updates. See the Winter Weather Advisory from the National Weather Service, with a range of the snow accumulations forecast.
VDOT is responsible for 14,238 miles of lanes in Northern Virginia, so please be patient as their crews work hard to get to your street. To see real-time information on snow plows, visit. For information on the latest updates and resources from VDOT, visit, to report hazards or ask road related questions, call 1-800-FOR-ROAD (1-800-367-7623). Current road conditions and hazards can be found on VDOT's website or by calling 511. Find out who maintains your road.
VDOT crews begin plowing when two inches of snow have fallen. Crews prioritize interstate highways, major roads and main subdivision roads. After a storm ends, VDOT aims to have plowed one passable lane on all roads within the following time frames:
- 2-4" of snow: 24 hours
- 4-6" of snow: 48 hours
- 6" or more: 72 hours
To assist with plowing on your street, please consider moving vehicles off the street before the storm.
REMINDERS FOR DRIVING IN THE SNOW:
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Get where you need to be before the weather gets bad.
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Monitor weather to stay informed of the latest timing and intensity along your travel routes.
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Adjust commutes to avoid the worst of the weather until conditions improve.
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Take it slow on bridges, ramps, overpasses and other known trouble spots.
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Be patient; remember that many fellow drivers are not comfortable driving in adverse weather conditions.
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Ensure gas tanks and windshield fluid tanks are full, and take time to update your car's emergency kit.
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Watch for pedestrians as sidewalks may not be clear.
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Give plows plenty of space to work.
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Check out these Winter Weather Driving Tips.
- Create a Winter Weather Travel Kit for your car.
PHONE NUMBERS:
- Police, Fire, Ambulance Emergency: call or text 911
- Public Safety Non-Emergency: 703-691-2131
- VDOT: 1-800-367-7623
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Fairfax County Road Maintenance (Non-VDOT Road): 703-877-2800, TTY 711
- Fairfax County Emergency Information: 703-817-7771
- National Weather Service Updates: 571-888-3500, TTY 711
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Washington Gas Emergency: 703-750-1400
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Columbia Gas Emergency: 1-800-544-5606 or 1-800-543-8911
- Dominion Energy: 1-866-DOM-HELP (1-866-366-4357)
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Fairfax Water: 703-698-5613
- Northern Virginia Electric Cooperative (NOVEC): 703-335-0500
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:
Hypothermia shelters are open. If you see someone who is unsheltered and could be at risk, please call the Fairfax County Police Non-Emergency number, 703-691-2131.
During major snow events, TEAM MVD monitors office phone messages (703-780-7518) and email (mtvernon@fairfaxcounty.gov). If we do not answer right away, please leave a detailed message, along with your phone number, email and street address. We will get back to you as soon as we can to make sure you are getting the assistance you need.
Take care, stay safe and enjoy the winter wonderland!
Respectfully yours in public service,
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