Weather: Snowquester?!? Early Forecasts Say Loudoun Could Get 10+ Inches of Snow Wednesday

(March 4, 2013) - You might want to put out an APB on your snow shovel -- which may have not been used in two years in parts of Loudoun -- as early forecasts are calling for the possibility of 10+ inches of snow on Wednesday.

Of course, forecasts have been wrong all winter with less than two inches total hitting the ground this dry season but the Capital Weather Gang at WashingtonPost.com has posted a snowfall change for the western suburbs that calls for a 95 percent chance of some snow; 80 percent chance of 5 inches or more; and a 50-50 chance that we could have 10+ inches which would be double the amount of snow total we have gotten this winter and last winter combined.

At 12:41 p.m. Monday the National Weather Service issues a Winter Storm Alert for Loudoun with "more than 5 inches possible ... with the potential for more than a foot somewhere within the watch area". More on the alert:

News: Now Comes the Clean-Up - Stay Safe when Removing Storm Debris

(Oct. 30, 2012) - Loudoun County officials remind residents to use caution or seek professional assistance when removing fallen trees, cleaning up debris or using equipment, such as chain saws.

News: Loudoun County Sheriffs Office Advises Residents of Road Closures - Updated 3:15 p.m.

(Oct. 30, 2012) - The Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office is reporting the following roadways closed due to flooding or downed trees/power lines:
•Watson Road/Evergreen Mills Road
•Route 15/Lime Kiln Road
•Tollhouse Road/Dutchmans Creek Road
•Evergreen Mills Road at Goose Creek

The following roadways have restricted or limited access:
 •Silcott Springs Road

News: Bottom Line -- Don't Mess with Downed Power Lines!

(Oct. 30, 2012) - In the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy, Loudoun County reminds residents to be aware of potential hazards, such as downed power lines. If you see a power line on the ground, stay away! According to local utility companies, water on the ground - even damp pavement - and debris near power lines could be energized and deadly. Be aware of hazards presented by downed power lines.

News: Updated Road Closures in Loudoun from VDOT

(Oct. 30, 2012) - As of 2:22 p.m., VDOT is listing 66 road closures in Loudoun County including:

News: Loudoun Roads Take a Hit from Flooding, Wind

(Oct. 30, 2012) - While Loudoun County did not receive extreme damage from the super storm Sandy like coastal areas, the amount of rain and wind has caused major problems on the roads with VDOT reporting the following at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday: