Tens of thousands of people are without power in Northern Virginia this morning due to a strong winter storm bringing ice and freezing rain. The storm has caused widespread outages, leaving many residents struggling with power loss in freezing temperatures.
As of 8:30 a.m., Dominion Energy reported more than 12,000 customers without electricity in Northern Virginia. Fairfax County was hit the hardest, with over 8,900 outages. Fauquier County had about 2,900 affected customers, while Culpeper County saw around 1,600 without power.
Rappahannock Regional Electric Cooperative reported even higher numbers, with over 22,000 customers experiencing power outages. Culpeper County had more than 6,000 affected customers, and Fauquier County had nearly 2,000 without power.
Northern Virginia Electric Cooperative also reported about 1,200 outages, with over 500 in Prince William County and nearly 400 in Fauquier County.
A winter weather advisory remains in effect for much of Northern Virginia until 10 a.m. as freezing rain continues. The forecast warns of icy conditions, with a thin layer of ice forming on roads, sidewalks, and power lines. Officials are urging residents to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel.
Power companies are working to restore electricity as quickly as possible, but icy conditions are making repairs challenging. Crews are assessing damage and working in hazardous conditions to bring back power to affected areas.
Residents are advised to prepare for extended outages by keeping emergency supplies ready, including flashlights, blankets, and non-perishable food. Those experiencing power loss should report outages to their electricity provider and avoid downed power lines.
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