The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Prince William County, with forecasts calling for significant snowfall, hazardous travel conditions, and dangerously low temperatures this weekend.

In preparation for the storm and its potential impacts, Governor Spanberger has declared a State of Emergency, allowing state and local agencies to mobilize resources and respond quickly as conditions worsen. Residents are strongly urged to stay off the roads from Saturday night through at least Monday

Below, we are sharing important information and resources from Prince William County and partner agencies

VDOT Winter Storm & Road Conditions Update

VDOT crews have already begun pre-treating interstates, primary roads, high-volume secondary roads, bridges, ramps, and overpasses, with preparations continuing through Friday afternoon. Beginning Saturday morning, crews will operate on 12-hour shifts with 24/7 coverage and will coordinate closely with schools, utilities, and other partners.

In Northern Virginia, including Prince William County, VDOT plans to deploy more than 3,200 pieces of equipment. Interstates and primary roads will remain the top priority. Due to the size of the storm, it may take several days before crews are able to make an initial pass through all neighborhood roads. Residents may see plows redirected as conditions require.

VDOT has enhanced its snowplow tracker at plows.vdot.virginia.gov, which will allow residents to view recent plow activity during significant snowfall even

For road concerns, the public is encouraged to contact VDOT’s 24/7 call center at 1-800-FOR-ROAD or through www.vdot.virginia.gov. VDOT will continue sharing updates through its website, email alerts, and social media channels.

NOVEC and Dominion Power

Northern Virginia Electric Cooperative (NOVEC) Customers:

NOVEC line crews, system operators, and support staff are actively monitoring conditions and have additional personnel on standby. Restoration teams will remain fully staffed throughout the storm to respond quickly and safely to potential outages. NOVEC urges customers to report outages as soon as they occur.

How to Report a Power Outage:

• Call: 703-335-0500
• SmartHub app or website
• Text “#OUT” to 85700 to report an outage or “STATUS” for updates

Residents can also track outages and estimated restoration times using NOVEC’s online outage map.

For more information, click the link below.

Dominion Energy Customers:

To ensure the fastest response, contact Dominion if you lose power. The fastest way to report or track an outage is online or on the Dominion Energy app. You can also call Dominion to report an outage or a downed power line.

Phone: 866-366-4357

OmniRide Bus Services

OmniRide is closely monitoring the winter storm expected to impact the region this weekend.

To prioritize safety for both riders and staff, OmniRide has developed preliminary service plans, which remain subject to change based on road conditions and guidance from VDOT.

Saturday:

• All local, Metro Express, East–West Express, paratransit, and microtransit services are expected to end by 8:00 PM
• Customer Service hours will be extended to 8:00 PM to assist riders with last-trip information and emergency transportation needs
• Limited stop-gap transportation may be arranged after 8:00 PM through taxi vendors for passengers who need alternatives

Sunday:

• No OmniRide service is expected due to hazardous road conditions and equipment limitations
• Crews will continue snow removal and preparation efforts at bus yards and designated stops

Monday:

• Service is to be determined, with a high likelihood of continued suspension
• If snowfall is lighter than expected, OmniRide will assess whether limited service may be possible, depending on road accessibility and employee availability.

OmniRide staff will continue coordinating with regional partners and monitoring conditions throughout the storm. Riders are encouraged to check official OmniRide communications for the latest updates before traveling.

Emergency Services & When to Call for Help

During severe weather, response times may be impacted due to road conditions. Taking a moment to determine the urgency of a situation helps ensure emergency resources remain available for those who need them most.

In the event of an emergency, please call 911 immediately. For non-urgent situations related to winter weather, residents are encouraged to use appropriate non-emergency or county service channels.