Team Norfolk Winter Weather Update 1-7-17 @ 8:30pm

Ladies and Gentlemen,

According to the NWS Enhanced Data Display, official snow accumulation observations in Norfolk are around 7” (not taking into account snowdrifts).  We’re still under a winter weather advisory until tomorrow at 10am and while we’re not expecting any more snow, freezing temps are the primary threat.  Forecast for tomorrow (Sunday) is sunny with a high of 26°.  Such cold temperatures will prevent salt on the roads from being effective.  Therefore, dangerous driving conditions should be expected. 

Norfolk Public Works reports primary routes have been plowed and are passable and will be plowed again tonight.  The hope is to begin addressing Secondary Sunday.  

It is worth noting last check for power outages as of 8:20pm is ONE customer out of the 96,972 in the city.  Thank you, Dominion!!

City closures remain in effect for Sunday and we encourage our partner agencies and organizations to consider the same.  Safety should be the order of the day; we continue to ask folks to stay off the roadways if at all possible.

Still ramping up for our Snow Buddies program!!  With 91 work orders already in the queue from folks who have legitimate needs, we’re still seeking folks who are willing to show compassion to their friends and neighbors!  If you need help call 757.274.8650 and if you want to help call 757.374.0944!  Please pass the word!!

As always, we encourage everyone to check out Norfolk.gov, the City's social media sites and Norfolk TV47 fpr the most up-to-date information.   Updates also being sent out to Norfolk Alert subscribers!

Please contact me with any questions or concerns.

Thank you and stay safe!

Sincerely,

Jim
Director, Norfolk EOC
james.redick@norfolk.gov