Virginia, Spanberger and winter storm
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Virginia State Police report 60 crashes during winter storm
Virginia State Police (VSP) has urged drivers to stay off the roads after sharing the number of accidents and injuries reported throughout Virginia.
SUNDAY: Sleet will continue tracking into northern Virginia. Sleet will change to freezing rain (liquid rain falling and freezing on impact, creating ice) from south to north. A major ice event is expected, and widespread power outages may occur. Highs in the 20s.
Police say, “Drivers should stay off the roads now through the day Sunday and into Monday morning. If you are on the roads, give VDOT trucks and emergency crews room to do their jobs. Also understand that storm impacts could delay emergency response to stranded motorists.”
“Our top priority is the safety of every Virginian," Gov. Abigail Spanberger said Friday.
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WATCH: Spanberger provides update on Virginia preparations ahead of ‘catastrophic’ storm
Gov. Abigail Spanberger is scheduled to provide an update for Virginians on the weekend's incoming winter weather.
A major winter storm is set to sweep across Virginia this weekend bringing accumulations of snow, sleet, and freezing rain. Gov. Abigail Spanberger, leading the state during her first major weather event in office,
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Chattanooga native killed in Richmond hit-and-run; family and neighbors remember her life
A Chattanooga native has died in a hit-and-run crash in Richmond, Virginia, prompting calls for safety improvements and a vigil to honor her memory, authorities
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WATCH: Gov. Spanberger declares state of emergency for Virginia ahead of winter storm
Governor Abigail Spanberger declared a state of emergency for Virginia when addressing the Commonwealth on Thursday ahead of this weekend's winter weather.
Gov. Abigail Spanberger declared a state of emergency, activating resources and mobilizing the National Guard to tackle potential snow, ice, and power outages.
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StormTracker8: Snow and sleet tonight, freezing rain all day Sunday
Snow and sleet tonight, freezing rain all day Sunday.
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