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20-02-2025
- Climate
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VSP gives updated crash numbers for Southwest region after latest winter storm
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – Virginia State Police have released updated accident numbers from the latest winter weather that passed through the Southwest and Central Virginia regions. Across the state, VSP said there have been 557 accidents as of 11 a.m. on February 20, resulting in a total of 48 injuries. In the Staunton, Charlottesville, Lynchburg, and South Boston areas there have been 110 crashes with 14 injuries. Near Wytheville, there have been 56 crashes with 7 reported injuries. There have currently been no deaths reported during this storm. Officials continue to work on road conditions in winter storm If you have to travel, drivers are reminded to do the following: Use headlights. Increasing your visibility helps you to avoid slick and dangerous spots on the road, as well as helps other drivers see you better. Slow your speed. Though state police work closely with the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) to identify problem areas on Virginia's highways during a winter storm, drivers still must drive for conditions. Slowing your speed gives you more time to safely react and avoid a crash. Drive your vehicle based on your ability to properly maintain control of your vehicle. Don't tailgate. You need increased stopping distance on slick road surfaces. Give yourself more space between vehicles traveling ahead of you to avoid rear-end collisions. Buckle Up. Most crashes that occur during winter weather are caused by vehicles sliding into guardrails, off the road, or other vehicles. Wearing your seat belt protects you from being thrown around the inside of your vehicle and suffering serious injury in a crash. Check Your Vehicle. Make sure your vehicle is in good working order for the conditions. Fill up the tank in advance. Check windshield wipers, windshield wiper fluid, tire tread, battery life, etc. Don't leave home without a window scraper, blanket, bottled water, snack, cell phone charger, and flashlight. Virginia State Police said crews and officers continue to respond to emergencies and ask motorists to avoid travel, if possible, to allow VDOT and other responders the room to work on the roads. For the latest in road conditions and updates, please call 511 on a cell phone or go online to the VDOT Virginia Traffic Information Website at Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
11-02-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Winter weather alert: Crashes and hazardous driving in James City County
The video above is Meteorologist Don Slater's Midday forecast on Tuesday. JAMES CITY COUNTY, Va. (WAVY) – James City County Police responded to multiple crashes Tuesday afternoon as snow and rain created hazardous driving conditions. JCCPD issued a traffic advisory just after 1 p.m. stating that News Road and Centerville Road were temporarily closed. They advised motorists to reduce speed, increase following distance, and allow extra time to reach their destinations. Severe Weather Coverage This screenshot from VDOT taken around 1:30 p.m. shows multiple crashes on I-64 as well, in the Williamsburg/James City County area. Roads may be slick, and conditions can change rapidly. If possible, avoid travel until conditions improve. Virginia State Police are monitoring the forecast, which included accumulating snow, ice and rain over much of Virginia beginning Tuesday. If you have to travel, state police remind drivers to do the following: Use headlights. Increasing your visibility helps you to avoid slick and dangerous spots on the road, as well as helps other drivers see you better. Slow your speed. Though state police works closely with the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) to identify problem areas on Virginia's highways during a winter storm, drivers still must drive for conditions. Slowing your speed gives you more time to safely react and avoid a crash. Drive your vehicle based on your ability to properly maintain control of your vehicle. Don't tailgate. You need increased stopping distance on slick road surfaces. Give yourself more space between vehicles traveling ahead of you to avoid rear end collisions. Buckle Up. Most crashes that occur during winter weather are caused by vehicles sliding into guardrails, off the road or other vehicles. Wearing your seat belt protects you from being thrown around the inside of your vehicle and suffering serious injury in a crash. Check Your Vehicle. Make sure your vehicle is in good working order for the conditions. Fill up the tank in advance. Check windshield wipers, windshield wiper fluid, tire tread, battery life, etc. Don't leave home without a window scraper, blanket, bottled water, snack, cell phone charger and flashlight. For the latest in road conditions and updates, you can call 511 on a cell phone or go online to the VDOT Virginia Traffic Information Website at Stay safe Virginians! Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
