Warwick Village | Alexandria, Virginia

Snow Emergency Update for the City of Alexandria

2010-02-08

Alexandria remains under a State of Emergency due to this weekend storm, and our top priority is ensuring emergency vehicle and public utility access to all City streets. More winter weather is on the way, and a Winter Storm Watch is in effect from Tuesday at 2 p.m. to Wednesday at 4 p.m. An additional five to eight inches of snow is possible.

As of February 8, crews have provided emergency vehicle access to many City streets, and this will continue to remain our priority. Many residential streets remain impassable and very hazardous to navigate. With more snow in the forecast, it will be several days before residential streets improve. Residents may use Alexandria’s SnowReport system to report primary and secondary streets that need attention only.

Residents can help out by staying off the roads, clearing snow from their properties and around their cars without shoveling into the street, and clearing a space around fire hydrants and storm drains. Keeping streets clear helps public safety personnel respond to emergencies. Residents should be aware of many ongoing weather-related problems, such as falling snow and ice from home and building rooftops, potential rooftop collapses from heavy snow, and more possible power outages. Visit www.alexandriava.gov/Storm for detailed information on dealing with these weather-related challenges.

The City’s Web site has the latest updates on current weather conditions, closings and cancellations, and answers to frequently asked questions. Residents can also follow the City on Twitter or Facebook, or sign up for eNews updates. Report all snow-related emergencies to the Snow Emergency Hotline at 703.746.4488.

UPDATE - WINTER STORM WARING 2010-02-05
Winter Storm Warning Update for the City of Alexandria

For Immediate Release: February 5, 2010

A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for the City of Alexandria, beginning this morning and concluding Saturday evening. Accumulations of 20 to 28 inches are possible; near-blizzard conditions and heavy winds are expected. Be prepared for extremely limited mobility for several days.

Due to the winter weather, the City of Alexandria announces the following emergency information:

The City of Alexandria government is operating under emergency conditions, and residents should expect reduced services.

All recreation centers, libraries, and non-essential City facilities will be closed at 1 p.m. today through Sunday, February 7.

Alexandria Circuit and General District Courts are closing at 2 p.m. today.

All weekend activities for Alexandria City Public Schools are cancelled.

The following cancellations and closings have also been announced:

The February 6 School Board public hearing and work session have been postponed until February 13.

The Household Hazardous Waste and Electronics Recycling Collection site will be closed on Saturday, February 6, and Monday, February 8.

Residents and visitors are informed that there will be no parking on the following City snow emergency routes effective 12:00 p.m. Friday, February 5:

Washington Street from City limit to City limit

US Route 1 (Patrick Street and Henry Street) from City limit to limit

Residents who plan to use a taxi for transportation should be aware that a taxi surcharge of $5 will go into effect at 12 p.m. today, until further notice.

Residents are encouraged to visit www.alexandriava.gov/Storm to watch an important video message from Mayor William D. Euille and read Frequently Asked Questions about the February 5-6 Storm. If you still have additional questions, contact the City Snow Hotline at 703.746.4488.

WINTER SNOW WARNING 2010-02-04
A Winter Storm Warning has been issued for the City of Alexandria,
beginning Friday morning through Saturday evening. Accumulations of 16 to
24 inches are possible, and near-blizzard conditions are expected.

Be prepared for extremely limited mobility for several days. Safe mobility
for emergency services is the City’s first priority and residents are asked
to stay off the roads so that City crews can plow and treat primary and
secondary roads first. After a significant snowfall, it may take up to
three days for road crews to get to residential streets.

Residents may visit www.alexandriava.gov/Snow or call the City Snow Hotline
at 703.746.4488 for information about City operations during a snow
emergency.

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