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Stafford County Winter Storm Fern Update: https://staffordcountyva.gov/news_detail_T5_R1145.php

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23 localities in coastal Virginia will begin using new tiered evacuation zones to communicate important public safety information and evacuation instructions to residents living in Hampton Roads, the Middle Peninsula, The Northern Neck and the Eastern Shore. The new zones are designed to enhance current evacuation plans, boost public safety, and improve travel efficiency in the event of hurricanes or other disasters. The tiered evacuation zones were developed in close cooperation with local emergency managers and are based on the most up-to-date engineering data for the region. Residents of coastal Virginia are urged to Know Your Zone. You can use a new interactive map at knowyourzoneva.org to determine which storm evacuation zone you live in based upon your street address. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: How will these new zones enhance current evacuation plans, boost public safety and improve travel efficiency in the event of hurricanes or other disasters - The new tiered evacuation zones identify areas vulnerable to flooding with precision that was not available until now. Empowered by this new information, residents of coastal Virginia will know more clearly whether they need to evacuate or shelter at home during a storm or other emergency. - The new zones will help citizens avoid unnecessary evacuation travel, thereby reducing highway congestion, easing overcrowding at local storm shelters and boosting public safety. How were these new evacuation zones planned/designed - The new evacuation zones were developed in close cooperation with local emergency managers throughout Hampton Roads, Virginia's Middle Peninsula, Northern Neck and the Eastern Shore. Different hurricanes can cause vastly different impacts. The new zones take into account historic storm surge measurements combined with projected effects of storms of different intensity, path, speed, tides, and other meteorological factors. - The new evacuation zones were developed by Atkins, a global engineering firm with extensive experience designing hurricane evacuation plans for major metropolitan areas. How are the new evacuation zones being introduced to the public - Residents in coastal Virginia communities must be aware of which tiered evacuation zone in which they live-zone A, B, C, or D. State and local officials are launching Know Your Zone, a public information campaign to promote the new zones and give residents a simple way to find out which zone they are in. This will allow emergency managers to give specific instructions and information to those residents most at risk of an approaching storm. - The Know Your Zone campaign will be coordinated with public and media outreach, education for local emergency responders and citizens, and other tools to give actionable and specific direction to those residents of zones at most risk of each particular storm as it approaches Virginia. VDEM is working with local emergency managers to deploy the most effective means of communicating the new zones to each impacted community, including using paid advertising, media outreach, social media and other educational tools. How can people learn their storm evacuation zone - The Know Your Zone campaign will encourage residents to go online to www.KnowYourZoneVA.gov to view a detailed map that shows the new tiered evacuation zones. - The web site displays an interactive color-coded map showing the new evacuation zones. People can use the new map to view a big picture of the region, or zoom-in to their neighborhood to see which locations are vulnerable to flooding during different types of storms. In addition, users can enter their address to see their designated evacuation zone. How many zones are designated - There are four evacuation zones, designated A thorough D. In the event of a storm or other emergency, local emergency managers may direct residents of one or more zones to evacuate. Storms can produce dramatically different impacts, depending on tides, storm

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Wythe County: Open Door Community, 680 W Main Street, Wytheville, VA, 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM

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Washington County Emergency Services and the Sherriff's Office are partnering to open a limited Warming Shelter starting at 1 pm today. The shelter will be located at the Hayters Gap Community Center at 7720 Hayters Gap Road, Abingdon, VA 24210. The shelter will provide cots, some basic food, and water; with the shelter closing at 10 am on Tuesday, January 27th. VDoT is working now to clear secondary roads to the community center. If you are out of power and plan to stay overnight, bring any medications you take with you. The Community Center does not have cell service. If you need a ride to the center, please call 276-676-6000.

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Prepares the nation for all hazards and effectively manages federal response and recovery efforts following any national incident. FEMA also initiates pro active mitigation activities, trains first responders, and manages the National Flood Insurance Program and the U.S. Fire Administration. To reach the VA Regional Office in Penndel, PA, please call (267)560-5057.

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Warming Center/Shelter The Temporary Relief & Counseling Center (TRCC) Warming Center is now open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week due to the ongoing cold weather conditions. Guests are welcome around the clock for warmth, safety, and care. In addition to overnight shelter, guests may also access Day Center services during regular daytime hours. Location: 625 Shelton Street, Danville, VA 24541 Phone: (434) 710-6126 House of Hope Location: 206 S Ridge Street, Danville, VA Phone: (434) 549-1459, 5 pm - 7 am

Bedford Warming Centers: - SJC Warming Shelter, 7:00 PM – 6:00 AM, 112 Center Street, Bedford, VA - Palestine Baptist Church (9244 Smith Mountain Lake Pkwy, Huddleston). Planning to open Monday morning unless needed earlier - Eastlake Community Church (1201 Timberwood Ln., Moneta). On standby to open if needed

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Appomattox County Warming Center Appomattox Volunteer Fire Department 719 Confederate Blvd, Appomattox, VA

Russell County: Anyone needing temporary shelter due to power outage is requested to call 911 for the Russell County Sheriff’s Dept.

Henry County: Warming Center of Martinsville & Henry County, 603 Memorial Boulevard South, Martinsville, VA 24112, will be operating 24 hours on Saturday, January 24, and Sunday, January 25 Henry County: To help residents stay safe and warm, volunteer fire departments across the county will be available as warming locations during the daytime on Sunday and Monday. Residents may stop by to warm up briefly or charge their phones. These locations are not intended for overnight stays. The Dyers Store Volunteer Fire Department will also be open during the daytime on Saturday. In addition, the Henry County Department of Public Safety building will be open during the daytime, Monday through Friday, next week. Residents are encouraged to plan ahead and use these locations, if needed, during the storm Warming Centers Open during the daytime on Sunday, January 25, and Monday, January 26. Axton Volunteer Fire Department 55 Mountain Valley Rd, Axton, VA 24054 Bassett Volunteer Fire Department 3735 Fairystone Park Hwy, Bassett, VA 24055 Patrick Henry Volunteer Fire Department 3125 County Line Rd, Patrick Springs, VA 24133 Collinsville Volunteer Fire Department 205 John Redd Blvd, Collinsville, VA 24078 Fieldale Volunteer Fire Company 500 Field Avenue, Fieldale, VA 24089 Horsepasture Volunteer Fire Department 17815 A.L. Philpott Hwy, Ridgeway, VA 24148 Ridgeway Volunteer Fire Department 60 Magnolia St., Ridgeway, VA 24148 Dyers Store Volunteer Fire Department 3230 Chatham Rd., Martinsville, VA 24112 Ridgeway District Rescue Squad 108 Magnolia St., Ridgeway, VA 24148 Fieldale-Collinsville Volunteer Rescue Squad 1827 Daniels Creek Road, Collinsville, VA 24078

City of Galax, Virginia: Please monitor and share the City’s Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/galaxcityva, as that is where the most up-to-date information will be distributed. For those without Facebook or who prefer other means of communication, important announcements can be received by signing up to receive Nixel alerts by texting your zip code to 888-777. The City will be under a Winter Storm Warning from Saturday, January 24th at 1 pm to Monday, January 26th at 1 pm. Warming Center: Elisha’s House, 222 Carroll Street, Galax, VA Opens 8:00 PM (Guests should arrive by 8:45 PM for check-in), Saturday, January 24 – Sunday, January 25 Adults Only 18+

Storm Information: https://www.lexingtonva.gov/Home/Components/News/News/597/16

The City of Richmond will activate the City Emergency Shelter at 5 p.m. on Friday Jan. 30. The shelter, located at Southside Community Center (6255 Old Warwick Road), will open to any individuals or families in need. Residents visiting the City Emergency Shelter with a pet in need should contact Richmond Animal Care and Control at 804-646-5573 for temporary housing options for their pet. Space is limited and available by appointment. Service Animals are always permitted in the City Emergency Shelter. The Salvation Army Inclement Weather Shelter and CARITAS Surge Shelter will continue to operate as planned. Richmond Public Libraries will serve as Warming Centers during regular hours of operation. Residents should visit go.rva.gov/winter-weather for the latest updates and follow the City of Richmond’s social media channels for updates on City operations. For more information on weather conditions, please monitor reliable sources such as the National Weather Service. Residents can also call 311 for winter weather updates and shelter information.

Mecklenburg County has pre-designated locations throughout the county that can be used as emergency shelters if conditions warrant. These locations include a mix of county-owned facilities as well as facilities operated in cooperation with partner agencies. When shelters are opened, they are supported with appropriate staffing, supplies, and coordination. At this time, no decision has been made to open a shelter, and there is no specific location or time identified. Because these facilities are not staffed unless a shelter is officially opened, we are not releasing specific shelter locations at this time. This is to avoid confusion and to prevent anyone from traveling to a facility that is not open or operational. Quick answers to common questions: • Are shelters available if needed? Yes. • Are we prepared to open them? Yes. • Is one currently scheduled to open? No. In the meantime, residents are encouraged to take a few simple steps to stay prepared at home: • Have enough food, water, and medications for several days • Keep phones and backup power devices charged • Have flashlights and extra batteries available • Use generators and alternative heat sources safely and never indoors As conditions evolve, we will continue to monitor the situation and will share clear, official information if shelter operations become necessary. We appreciate everyone looking out for one another and encourage residents to follow updates from trusted sources as the weekend approaches.

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Hypothermia Shelter Services (November 1, 2025 – March 31, 2026) StreetLight Ministries (Eastern Prince William County): Location: Super 8 Hotel, 17416 Jefferson Davis Highway, Dumfries, VA Capacity: 26 beds Operating Hours: 6:00 PM - 7:45 AM (open nightly regardless of temperature) Contact: [email protected] or call 703-227-7140 Reservation Process: Monday - Friday (8:30 AM - 5:30 PM): Contact the Coordinated Entry System (CES) to reserve a bed. Saturday - Sunday: Call StreetLight Ministries directly at 703-227-7140. Note: This is not a first-come, first-served process. You must have a reservation to be admitted. Please do not arrive without confirmation. If you are unable to reserve a bed, contact Ferlazzo Shelter at 703-792-8734 for assistance. Manassas Baptist Church (Western Prince William County): Location: 8730 Sudley Road, Manassas, VA 20110 Capacity: 22 beds and 5 chair spaces Operating Hours: Monday - Sunday: 7:00 PM - 6:30 AM Wednesdays: 8:30 PM - 6:30 AM Sundays: Shelter remains open until 8:30 AM before church services begin. Contact: 571-277-0728 Important Details: Open when the temperature reaches 32F or below, including wind chill. CES will announce if the shelter is open or closed on Thursdays and Mondays. This is on a first-come, first-served basis. Clients may line up 20 minutes before opening on nights the shelter is active. Transportation is not provided; however, a bus stop is located next to the church. Seniors who need assistance with snow shoveling can call 571-292-5316

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