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.