SOURCE: Arlington County Government
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Blizzard Updates
January 21, 2016
Here’s all the latest information from Arlington County related to the January 2016 blizzard. The newest details will appear at the top.
Updated Friday, Jan. 22, 5:11 p.m.
Snow Response Facts from the Department of Environmental Services
Let the County take care of the roadways while you enjoy time safe at home with Arlington Public Library.
Graphic with stats about Arlington’s snowfighting efforts.
Updated Friday, Jan. 22, 12:55 p.m.
ART service
Will end today at 1:30 p.m. with trips in progress at that time being completed. No service on Saturday or Sunday.
STAR updates
STAR Call Center will close Friday at noon and reopen Monday morning at the regular time, street conditions permitting.
No STAR service on Saturday. Sunday: dialysis trips only.
STAR Call Center will close Friday at noon and reopen Monday morning at the regular time, street conditions permitting.
Updated Friday, Jan. 22, 12:10 p.m.
Winter Weather Driving & Safety Tips
During a winter storm, especially one of this foretasted severity, it is always best to stay off the roads (most traffic crashes happen within the first two hours after a storm starts.). But if you must drive, we urge you to follow these safe driving tips:
Get road conditions by calling 511 or visiting www.511Virginia.org, and always monitor local media (Additionally, the County now offers a map of our Live Traffic Cameras, which can be used to check road conditions.)
Always keep your tank full of gas.
Is your vehicle ready for winter? Check VDOT’s website for tips.
Clear the snow and ice from your vehicle’s roof, hood and trunk and especially from the windows, mirrors and lights.
Don’t pass a snowplow or spreader unless it is absolutely necessary. Treat these as you would emergency response vehicles.
Keep a safe distance of at least five seconds behind other vehicles and trucks that are plowing the road.
Updated Friday, Jan. 22, 11:40 a.m.
Arlington County Board Delays Jan. Regular Meeting
For the first time in memory, the County Board has postponed a meeting. All agenda items set for Saturday, Jan. 21 have now been shifted to the scheduled recess meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 26.
Board Chair Libby Garvey says the impending winter storm is a reminder that “safety is our first concern.”
Updated Thursday, Jan. 21, 8:20 p.m.
County Facilities Closing Early on Friday; Closed on Saturday
Arlington County government offices, courts and facilities will open on time and close at noon Friday, Jan. 22. Libraries and community centers will also be closed Saturday, Jan. 23.
Some helpful resources as you prepare for the storm:
Check out our Snow & Ice website for helpful information from Arlington County.
Our emergency managers encourage everyone to be prepared to shelter in place for at least three days. Are you ready? Check out Be Prepared – Make a Plan.
We have handy, easy-to-print Important Phone Numbers.
Updated Thursday, Jan. 21, 6:25 p.m.
Video: County Board Chair Libby Garvey on Storm Preparedness
Thursday, Jan. 21, 5:15 p.m.
Avoid Parking Along Emergency Routes Snow Emergency Routes 2016
With a blizzard in the forecast, drivers are encouraged not to park along snow emergency routes. If a snow emergency is declared in accordance with Arlington County Code § 14.2-86 vehicles can be towed at the owner’s expense.
Clear emergency routes allow snow crews to focus on keeping main arteries passable for emergency vehicles.
Arlington Va., is a world-class residential, business and tourist location that was originally part of the “10 miles square” parcel of land surveyed in 1791 to be the Nation’s Capital. Slightly smaller than 26 square miles, it is the geographically smallest self-governing county in the United States, and one of only a handful with the prized Aaa/AAA/AAA bond rating. Arlington maintains a rich variety of stable neighborhoods and quality schools, and has received numerous awards for Smart Growth and transit-oriented development. Home to some of the most influential organizations in the world — including the Pentagon — Arlington stands out as one of America’s preeminent places to live, visit and do business.
http://newsroom.arlingtonva.us/release/blizzard-updates/
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