Closings for Tuesday, Feb. 17
- All County offices and facilities
- No curbside recycling and no decision as of now on a make-up day.
- JCC Transfer Station
- James City County Recreation Center, Abram Frink Jr. Community Center and all Parks
- All Parks and Recreation programs within those facilities are canceled.
- Williamsburg/James City County Courthouse and all three courts – Juvenile, General District and Circuit
Roads
Delay travel to allow VDOT to clear the roads.
If you must travel, be sure to bring a cell phone and let someone know your intended route and when you expect to arrive.
Get current road condition information by calling 511 or visiting www.511Virginia.org. Download the 511 mobile app to get the latest road condition information. If you must drive, wear a seatbelt.
You can also call 800-FOR-ROAD (800-367-7623) to report road hazards or ask road-related questions at VDOT’s 24-hour Customer Service Center.
Have emergency supplies in your vehicle. If you are stranded you will need water, food, blankets, flashlight and extra batteries.
Outdoor Safety
Avoid overexertion while shoveling snow and cleaning up from the storm, no matter your age or physical condition. Shoveling snow or pushing a car can bring on a heart attack or make other medical conditions worse.
Wear cold weather appropriate clothing like gloves/mittens, hats, scarves and snow boots. Dress in several layers of loose-fitting clothing and cover your face and mouth if possible.
Be aware of the wind chill factor. Wind can cause body-heat loss.
Stay dry, and if you become wet, head indoors and remove any wet clothing immediately.
Limit your time outdoors.
Make sure you monitor the time your children are out in the cold.
Do not ignore shivering. It's an important first sign that the body is losing heat. Persistent shivering is a signal to return indoors.
County emergency officials urge residents to continue to monitor local media for the latest updates. County closings and weather-related information will be posted on the County website, Cox Cable Channel 48, Facebook and Twitter.
County residents can sign up to receive important emergency alerts, notifications and updates on their cell phones, emails and more at JCCAlert.org. Text messages charges may apply.
Media Contact: Renee Dallman, Senior Communications Specialist
757-253-6864; renee.dallman@jamescitycountyva.gov