Progress Being Made to Reopen I-95 as Crews Focus on Clearing and Treating Major Routes

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) remain in emergency operations and are focused on clearing ice and snow from major routes in the Fredericksburg area, including Interstate 95.

Interstate 95 Update

Crews have made substantial progress since Tuesday morning directing travelers read more…

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Plan Ahead This Fall as I-95 Construction Continues Near Fredericksburg

The Virginia Department of Transportation recommends that drivers should plan ahead for travel on Interstate 95 with scheduled overnight lane and ramp closures, as well as intermittent full traffic stops in the Fredericksburg area for Improve 95 program construction.

I-95 northbound and read more…

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Construction to Start on New Park and Ride Lot in Spotsylvania for I-95 Travelers

Ground was broken today to build a new, nearly 700-space Park & Ride commuter lot in Spotsylvania County and provide a convenient location for workers to rideshare close to Route 1 and Interstate 95’s exit 126 interchange.

The commuter lot is a partnership between the Virginia Department o read more…

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With Spring Near, I-95 Construction Has Sprung in the Fredericksburg Area

The Virginia Department of Transportation reports that brief travel delays are possible this week on Interstate 95 in the Fredericksburg area with daytime and overnight lane closures scheduled for multiple construction work zones.

Intermittent full traffic stops are scheduled north of Exit 133 read more…

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Virginia Declares State of Emergency in Response to the Forcasted Winter Storm

Governor Terry McAuliffe declared a state of emergency, an action that authorizes state agencies to assist local governments in responding to a major winter storm that is expected to impact the Commonwealth through Sunday.

In declaring a state of emergency, the governor authorizes state agencies to identify and position resources for quick response anywhere they are needed in Virginia. This action does not apply to individuals or private businesses.

Governor McAuliffe urges Virginians to prepare for this major winter storm, which could dump up to two feet of snow in central and northern regions. Wind gusts of up to 50 mph, sleet and freezing rain could result in downed trees, power outages and blocked roads.

“Keeping Virginians safe in the event of severe weather is our top concern – that is why Virginia began preparing for severe winter weather yesterday by ordering more than 500 vehicles out to pretreat roads in Northern Virginia,” said Governor McAuliff

Virginia DOT Ready for Massive Winter Storm Anticipated to Have Severe Impacts This Week

Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) crews are in full deployment mode for a statewide winter storm that is expected to bring heavy snow fall, including freezing rain, with the height of the storm to hit Friday.

“Crews are in 24-hour operations with a significant force of crew members, equipment and materials and we are continuing to treat roads with anti-icing materials in advance of the next storm,” said VDOT Commissioner Charlie Kilpatrick. “With a storm of this magnitude, driving conditions will be extremely hazardous. I urge motorists to plan ahead, monitor weather conditions and stay off the roads during the storm.”

Currently there are some slick road conditions in the southwestern and northern regions of Virginia. Motorists should watch for icy patches, particularly on bridges and overpasses.

Crews are treating roads with anti-icing materials.

VDOT is preparing for total accumulations of one to three feet of snow across the state, w