Severe weather, including heavy rainfall and strong winds up to 70 mph, will or is occurring. Seek shelter + avoid travel until the weather has passed.
Report storm damage online: http://arlingtonva.us/reportaproblem
This means possible strong winds and flooding. Take a few steps to prepare:
📱 Get local weather updates: www.ArlingtonAlert.com
⛔ Don't travel through flooded roads--"Turn Around, Don't Drown!"
🚘 Keep your headlights on when out
🍂 Remove debris from gutters/drains
🔌 Charge electronics
🗑️ Secure outdoor items
💻 Report storm damage online: https://bit.ly/3Cpxxe5
Don't forget to check on your neighbors, specially older adults or anyone with limited mobility. Together, we can weather the storm!
#BePrepared #EmergencyPreparedness #ReadyArlington #ArlingtonAlert
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Prepare:
📲 Get weather updates from @ArlingtonAlert
🐾 Bring pets indoors
🔦 Keep flashlights & blankets handy in case of power outages
🏢 Find free places to stay warm: www.readyarlington.com
🍃 Use Report-a-Problem to report Fallen Trees + Downed Power Lines: https://bit.ly/3HYyigd
⚡️ Report power outages to Dominion Energy: https://bit.ly/42U0OO7
📞 Only call 9-1-1 in an emergency
Be sure to clear your sidewalk of snow and ice so our community is safe and walkable. Consider helping your neighbors, if they need it. Learn more at https://www.arlingtonva.us/Government/De...
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✔️ Charge your devices
✔️ Gather flashlights & batteries
✔️ Have extra blankets & warm clothes
✔️ Stay off roads if possible
✔️ Get updates: ArlingtonAlert.com
Stay safe & check on neighbors! #BePrepared
Winter weather is on the way! A light snow is possible on Saturday, February 8, and there’s a higher chance of accumulating snow on Tuesday, February 11. Now is a great time to prepare!
✔️ Stay informed – Sign up at www.ArlingtonAlert.com for real-time updates.
✔️ Stock up – Have enough food, water, medicine, and pet supplies for a few days.
✔️ Drive carefully – If snow accumulates, avoid unnecessary travel.
✔️ Prepare for power outages – Charge devices and have flashlights & batteries ready.
✔️ Help others – Check on neighbors, especially seniors and those with disabilities.
Need a place to warm up or assistance with utilities? Call 703-228-1350, or see graphic below for more info.
🚌Sign up for Arlington Alert for traffic + weather updates: bit.ly/3NZe6AN
📞 Call 703-228-1010 for temporary shelter
📱Call 703-228-1350 for help w/bills
If you *must be outside:
🧥 Dress in layers.
🧣 Wrap up well when going outside in the cold.
🏠 Avoid breezes and drafts indoors
🍛 Eat nutritious food and wear warm clothes to ward off winter chill.
Arlington County is under a Winter Weather Advisory tonight, Jan. 10, from 10:00 PM until Jan. 11, at 7:00 AM. Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 2 inches. Light to moderate snow will overspread the area late this evening, then quickly come to an end Saturday
morning.