City of Alexandria Prepares for More Snow, Four to Six Inches Possible Through Wednesday

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning until 7 a.m. Wednesday, February 12. Heavy snow from 4 to 6 inches is possible. This could impact the Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning commutes.

Here is What the City is Doing:

1. Transportation and Environmental Services (T&ES) has brined all critical roadways, with a focus on ice-prone areas such as hills, bridges, and overpasses.
2. The Department of Recreation, Parks, and Cultural Activities (RPCA) have conducted pre-treatment activities at schools, Metrorail stations, and recreation facilities and will continue treating areas as needed.

3. The Department of Community & Human Services (DCHS) Winter Shelterat 2355-A Mill Road will extend its hours from Monday, February 10 at 7 p.m. until Thursday, February 13 at 7 a.m.

Here is What You Need to Know:

• Stay tuned to local media to stay informed of current weather conditions and forecasts.

• The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 511.

How Do I Know When I Need to Clear Snow and Ice?

In Alexandria, residents and business owners are responsible for clearing the sidewalks, driveways, and entrances of any property you or your business owns or occupies according to City Code Section 5-2-21. Snow and ice must be cleared from all paved sidewalks next to your property within 24-72 hours of the end of the snowfall, depending on the severity of the storm.

Time limits for clearing snow from the sidewalk in front of your business or residence are determined by the storm level:

• Up to 8 Inches of Snow (Level 1): Sidewalks, driveways, and entrances must be cleared within 24 hours after snowfall stops
• Over 8 Inches of Snow (Level 2): Sidewalks, driveways, and entrances must be cleared within 48 hours after snowfall stops
• Blizzard or Heavy Snow (Level 3): Sidewalks, driveways, and entrances must be cleared within 72 hours after snowfall stops

Owners and tenants who may be unavailable or unable to clear sidewalks themselves are responsible for planning to have someone else clear the snow and ice. 

To report a violation of the sidewalk ordinance, please call 311 or 703.746.4311.

The City is responsible for clearing snow and ice on sidewalks, ramps, and pathways in front of publicly owned property.

• First Cleared: School walking areas, accessible curb ramps and sidewalks near key transit stops such as Metro stations, and retail zones.
• Second Cleared: Walks expanding out from schools, parks, and municipal locations.
• Third Cleared: Trails, pathways internal to parks, and bike paths. (The Mount Vernon Trail is maintained by the National Park Service; the City does not plow it during snow events).

Find More Information Here

For additional information, please visit alexandriava.gov/snow. Stay tuned to local media and monitor the National Weather Service winter weather websitefor further weather updates.

For reasonable disability accommodation, contact Mariah Covington at [email protected]or call 703.7465, Virginia Relay 711.

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