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.