Old Dominion News

Another winter storm is expected to hit Virginia late tonight, continuing through Wednesday morning. The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) has been preparing roads in anticipation of the weather system. Motorists are advised to plan their travels accordingly and avoid driving once the storm arrives due to expected hazardous conditions.

The forecast predicts snow and a possible wintry mix of freezing rain across most of the state. Central and southern regions may experience road icing along with snowfall. Precipitation will begin overnight in western areas and move eastward by Tuesday morning. Residents should monitor local forecasts for specific weather updates.

As VDOT crews work on pretreating roads, drivers are urged to give them extra space. Pretreatment is ineffective in areas where initial precipitation is rain, as materials can be washed away before winter weather begins. Motorist cooperation by staying off the roads during and after the storm is crucial for safe and efficient operations by crews.

For more information specific to your area, visit VDOT’s Districts webpage.

Before traveling, check roadway conditions using VDOT’s free 511 mobile app, which provides details on road conditions, traffic incidents, construction, congestion, access to traffic cameras, weather updates, and more. Information is also available at 511.vdot.virginia.gov or by calling 511 within Virginia.