Monday, March 25, 2013
Public school students are on spring break, but other programs and offices are affected by this rare, late-March snowstorm.
Fairfax County Public Schools students are on spring break—it just doesn't look very springlike this morning. Fairfax County government offices are opening on time this morning. FCPS programs and activities that do operate during spring break are operating on a two-hour delay. School Age Child Care (SACC) centers opened at 7:15 a.m. Adult and community education classes are starting on time Monday. Many main roads are mostly just wet now, but side roads are slushy or snowy; please use caution while driving. The snow is expected to mix with rain later on Monday before switching back to snow showers in the afternoon and evening. Precipitation should end late Monday night. More information is always available through Fairfax County's …
Monday, March 18, 2013
Forecast Monday calls for snow before noon, then rain, snow and sleet likely.
It's still officially winter and Mother Nature might deliver a reminder on Monday, according to the National Weather Service forecast. Expect a rocky start to the week with a possible wintry mix of snow, sleet or rain Monday that could make for longer commutes. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for Fairfax County that started Sunday at midnight and continues Monday until 2 p.m. Here's what the National Weather Service says to expect: Monday: Snow before noon, then rain, snow, and sleet likely. High near 40. East wind around 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80 percent. New snow and sleet accumulation of about an inch possible. The Capital Weather Gang says: "An early- to mid-morning wintry mix (60 percent …
Wednesday, March 6, 2013
Let us know if you hear of a new business or government closing due to weather in the Herndon area.
We're keeping track of a rolling list of closures. This article will be updated with new closures as they come in, with the most recent ones at the top. Check back throughout the day, and let us know if you hear of a new closure, or post it in the comments. • Trivia is canceled at Finnegan's in Woodland Park Crossing tonight, but the restaurant will be open its normal hours. • The Reston YMCA announced it will be closing at 4 p.m. today. • All of tonight's classes are canceled at Gold's Gym at the Clocktower shopping center in Herndon. • Herndon's Down Dog Yoga has canceled its 6 p.m. and 7:45 p.m. classes for tonight. • Announced at 12:15 p.m. — the Herndon Community Center offices will be closing at 1 p.m. today due to inclement …
What does the Northern Virginia "snowquester" look like in your yard? Share your snow pictures with Patch.
It may have taken until March, but Herndon finally saw the beginning of what is likely to be its first significant snowfall Wednesday morning. The Capital Weather Gang was forecasting 6 to 12 inches outside the Beltway, and 3 to 8 inches inside of it. Herndon is expected to get the 6 to 12 inches predicted. For all snow updates, read: Virginia Snow Storm: Traffic, Closings in Herndon. But any amount of snow is probably enough for the kids and pets, who have barely seen snowfall this season. So grab your camera for some winter fun. Click on "Upload Photos and Video" to share your adventures in the snow on Patch. We've already started the gallery with a previous photo of a boy and his doberman from the Dec. 26, 2012 dusting of snow. You …
Tuesday, March 5, 2013
Crew and trucks are ready to respond to calls throughout the storm heading toward the Northern Virginia area.
Dominion Virginia Power is expecting power outages considering the nature of the incoming storm. They've prepared their trucks and crews to service problem areas, said Le-Ha Anderson, manager for media and community relations, in a recent email to Patch. The Winter Storm Watch from the National Weather Service predicts "more than 5 inches possible with the potential for more than a foot somewhere within the watch area." Wet, heavy snow can weigh down tree limbs which can possibly make contact with power lines and cause power outages, Anderson explained. Dominion customers are encouraged to contact Dominion immediately at 1-866-DOM-HELP if they witness trees on power lines or leaning toward power lines. Anderson said it's best to stay away …
Watch this live radar of the Northern Virginia snowstorm. Patch will keep you updated about delays and closings throughout Tuesday and Wednesday.
Update - 3/5, 11:15 a.m.: Fairfax County government offices and services will close at noon today. Emergency personnel are still required to report for duty. Libraries closed at 11 today. --------------------------------- Update - 3/6, 5:55 a.m.: All Fairfax County Public Schools are closed and after-school events and activities are canceled. Federal government offices are closed, while Fairfax County's government offices are open with unscheduled leave allowed. Employees should use their best judgement when deciding whether or not to report to work. Fairfax County's courts are closed and the Fairfax Connector is operating on a Sunday schedule today. The Town of Herndon will announce government office closures on the town's website by 7…
Herndon is under a winter storm watch for Tuesday through Wednesday. Here's how to stay warm and dry, even if you lose power.
With Herndon and much of the surrounding region under a winter storm watch and snow possible from Tuesday evening through Wednesday evening, here are some things you need to know: Much more information about emergency preparedness is available at www.vaemergency.gov/ReadyVirginia and on Fairfax County's emergency blog. Also stay tuned to the Town of Herndon's website for snow-related updates. Here are some tips to take into consideration before Tuesday night: If you have a generator, make sure it is working properly and you understand how to use it safely. Do not use a generator indoors. When was the last time your chimney was cleaned or inspected? If you aren’t sure or can’t remember ever having it done, think twice before you build a …
With snow in the forecast for this week, here's how to avoid skidding and slipping while driving around Herndon in the snow.
While slip-sliding cars on snowy roads can make for interesting (cringe-inducing) YouTube videos, you never want to be driving one of those cars. Here in Herndon, although some areas can get slick, the town is well known for clearing the streets quickly. (Does your neighborhood have specific problem spots? Tell us in the comments.) Here are tips on how to drive safely on snowy and icy roads: Have an emergency kit and good supplies. In the winter months, AAA recommends that you keep the following items in your vehicle: Plan your route. If your normal route to the store or work involves curvy, windy roads and sidestreets, you may want to change your route if possible to use more main roads that are flat and straight. Leave room. It can take…
Monday, March 4, 2013
Rain will change to accumulating snow Tuesday evening. Are you excited or annoyed?
Herndon is under a winter storm watch, according to the National Weather Service, and the chances our area will see “significant snow” Tuesday night and Wednesday are increasing. The official National Weather Service forecast for Herndon calls for rain Tuesday afternoon changing to snow after dark. The low temperature will be 33 Tuesday night and rise only to 35 on Wednesday as precipitation continues through Wednesday evening. “More than 5 inches possible… with the potential for significant snowfall somewhere within the watch area,” according to the forecast. The storm impacts could include “difficult driving conditions, heavy wet snow and gusty winds could lead to power outages.” And, since people in Northern Virginia like to name storms…
Week will start out sunny, 45 degrees.
A sunny start to the week could turn quite wintry by midweek in Northern Virginia, according to the National Weather Service. The Capital Weather Gang predicts a 70 percent chance of 1 inch of snow Tuesday night into Wednesday night, a 45 percent chance of 5 inches or more and a 10 percent chance of 10 inches or more. A Capital Weather Gang reader suggested the name "Snowquester" for the possible midweek winter storm, in honor of the financial sequester that has hit the federal government. The week starts out sunny though, with Monday expecting to see a high of 45 degrees and clear skies, according to NWS. Tuesday starts off with a 30 percent chance of rain, with a high of 45 degrees. Chances for precipitation increase throughout the day …
joe brewer
12:57 pm on Monday, March 25, 2013
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