A winter storm is expected to impact Hampton Roads beginning this afternoon and continuing into Monday, with travel conditions varying by location. The highest snowfall totals are anticipated for the Eastern Shore, followed by the Hampton Roads Peninsula. Lower snowfall amounts are expected across the Southside and western portions of the region; however, these areas may also experience hazardous road conditions, depending on snowfall and temperatures. Motorists throughout Hampton Roads should be prepared to avoid or limit travel as conditions warrant, depending on their destination and roadway conditions.
Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) Hampton Roads District crews, equipment, and materials across the region are prepared and ready to respond. Additional crews remain on standby to assist with downed trees, branches, and debris that may fall across roads during this event.
Rain is expected to transition to snow across Hampton Roads starting this afternoon and continuing overnight into Monday. Driving conditions are expected to worsen once snowfall begins. Depending on snowfall rates, especially during peak snowfall, roads across Hampton Roads may become snow-covered, and travel may remain hazardous after precipitation ends while crews continue to address the roadways…