— City of Virginia Beach warns: Flood Water might be poopy water. Stormwater runoff may contain fecal material associated bacteria and viruses. Do not allow children or pets to play in it. The Virginia Dept. of Health offers these tips for being safe around floodwaters: click here for more
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1:45p: VDot says starting as early as 2 p.m. today a POTENTIAL temporary closure on I-64 east and west at the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel (HRBT) could be in place, requiring motorists to plan ahead and seek alternate routes.
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12:20p: Flooding has begun in Sandbridge, Oceanview and Downtown Norfolk ahead of high tide. Expect it to get worse. Do not drive through flood waters.
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12:15p: VB police say do not drive on the boardwalk at the Oceanfront during the storm. They are issuing tickets to those who do.
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10:40a: The #MidtownTunnel eastbound will be temporarily closed on Friday, September 6, starting at 11 a.m. due to the potential impacts of #HurricaneDorian. Alternate routes include: #DowntownTunnel, #HighRiseBridge, or
@JordanBridgeVA
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Flash Flood Warning in effect for Norfolk, Portsmouth, Chesapeake & VB until 3:30p
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City of VB UPDATE: The Police non-emergency number (385-5000) is working again. Thanks for your patience and understanding. Please call 385-5000 for non-emergency public safety response and 311 for general inquiries. If you have an emergency, please call 911.
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Currently, more than 45,000 customers without power in SE VA. To report an outage, call 1-888-366-4357
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As of five o’clock this morning, the roads are wet and the wind is starting to pick up a bit. If you were told to evacuate and you haven’t, you still have time to do so. Take your time and be aware of downed powerlines and low lying water on the roads.
As of 5:15 this morning almost 11,000 customers of Dominion Energy are out of electricity. Crews are working to restore power.
Here are some of the areas affected,
| Chesapeake | 119 | 103,509 | |
| Hampton | 10 | 64,711 | |
| Isle Of Wight | 0 | 14,250 | |
| James City | 0 | 38,475 | |
| Newport News | 27 | 83,500 | |
| Norfolk | 897 | 101,024 | |
| Poquoson City | 0 | 5,453 | |
| Portsmouth | 0 | 44,826 | |
| Suffolk | 6 | 37,724 | |
| Surry | 0 | 1,871 | |
| Virginia Beach | 1,927 | 201,097 | |
| Williamsburg | 0 | 6,825 | |
| York | 0 | 30,987 | |
6:00 Am and high wind advisories as well as storm surge warnings, people are being asked to stay in and not travel unless absolutely necessary.
6:30 reports are coming about more outages and Oceana BLVD is starting to flood. According to WAVY-TV winds are starting to pick up at the Oceanfront.
6:50 several crashes have been reported, again you are being advised to not go out if you do not need to as the storm continues to strengthen.
At Coventry and York there is a blown transformer, power lost and reported.
7:30 Am 22,000 customers out of power as many more reports are coming in.
7:45 Am 28,265 customers out of power.
8:00 AM , A tractor-trailer has hit the wall 64 East near the Hampton Collesium. Right after the Mercury exit.
8:00 Am New power outage updates
| Area / County | Customers Out | Customers Served | View |
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| Middle Peninsula / Northern Neck | 3,602 | 68,820 | |
| North Carolina | 13,105 | 122,477 | |
| Northern Virginia | 84 | 900,030 | |
| Richmond Metro / Tri-Cities | 50 | 535,639 | |
| Shenandoah Valley / Western Piedmont | 0 | 193,533 | |
| Southeastern Virginia | 17,558 | 734,252 | |
| Chesapeake | 2,941 | 103,509 | |
| Hampton | 122 | 64,711 | |
| Isle Of Wight | 1 | 14,250 | |
| James City | 179 | 38,475 | |
| Newport News | 598 | 83,500 | |
| Norfolk | 912 | 101,024 | |
| Poquoson City | 299 | 5,453 | |
| Portsmouth | 194 | 44,826 | |
| Suffolk | 100 | 37,724 | |
| Surry | 0 | 1,871 | |
| Virginia Beach | 10,650 | 201,097 | |
| Williamsburg | 0 | 6,825 | |
| York | 1,562 | 30,987 | |
| Southside Virginia | 59 | 78,43 |
8:15 Am Update on outages
| Chesapeake | 3,814 | 103,509 | |
| Hampton | 123 | 64,711 | |
| Isle Of Wight | 3 | 14,250 | |
| James City | 179 | 38,475 | |
| Newport News | 598 | 83,500 | |
| Norfolk | 601 | 101,024 | |
| Poquoson City | 299 | 5,453 | |
| Portsmouth | 230 | 44,826 | |
| Suffolk | 120 | 37,724 | |
| Surry | 0 | 1,871 | |
| Virginia Beach | 14,008 | 201,097 | |
| Williamsburg | 0 | 6,825 | |
| York | 1,562 | 30,987 | |
| Southside Virginia | 59 | 78,432 |
8:30
The CBBT is currently operating with level 4 wind restrictions. Winds are in excess of 60 MPH.
City of Virginia Beach: Their Police non-emergency line is down to weather please call 311 for non-emergency public safety calls.
HRT (Hampton Roads Transit) suspended until tomorrow.
— Chesapeake city officials issued a voluntary evacuation order for residents in Zone A areas. They suggest moving vehicles or temporarily relocating to higher ground or a city shelter.
— Mandatory evacuation order issued for Sandbridge starting tonight at 6 p.m. Residents in Zone A and low-lying areas in Virginia –Beach can voluntarily evacuate.
— Mandatory evacuation order from Pasquotank/Camden/Elizabeth City Emergency Management for these areas in zone A
— Voluntary evacuation for Zone A residents in Portsmouth
— The City of Newport News will open an Emergency Shelter at Warwick High School (51 Copeland Lane) at 5 p.m. today. Pets are welcome, however owners must remain at the shelter with their pets (no drop-offs). Pet owners must bring food, water & should also bring a crate/kennel.
— Portsmouth city garages opened to public ahead of Hurricane Dorian’s arrival
— The City of Hampton will open Emergency Shelters at 5pm. There will be no trash pick up on Friday.
— Chesapeake:City of Chesapeake shelters will open at 8 p.m. on Thursday. Shelters will be located at:
- Oscar Smith High School, (1994 Tiger Drive) – For the general population.
- Western Branch Middle School (4201 Hawksley Drive) – For the general population.
- Greenbrier Middle School, (1016 Greenbrier Pkwy) – For those with medical needs.
- Chesapeake Animal Services, (2100 Military Hwy) – Pets only.
— Norfolk: Three shelters are opening beginning at 7 p.m. Thursday: Bayview Rec Center (pet-friendly) – 8613 Willow Terrace Blvd; Norview High School (medical services) – 6501 Chesapeake Blvd; Southside STEM Academy – 1106 Campostella Rd
— The City of Portsmouth will open an emergency shelter for residents in at 12 p.m. Thursday at I.C. Norcom High School, 1801 London Boulevard, medical needs accommodations on site.
— Newport News: The city is opening a shelter at Warwick High School, 51 Copeland Lane at 5 p.m. Thursday for those who have no alternative.
— Suffolk: The city is opening an emergency shelter at 5 p.m. Thursday King’s Fork High School, 351 Kings Fork Road.
— Virginia Beach: The following shelters will be open to residents:
- Kellam High School, 2665 West Neck Road, will open at 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 5.
- Citizens who are seeking shelter at Kellam CAN shelter their pets as well.
- Edward E. Brickell Academy for Advanced Academics and Arts, 4639 Honeygrove Road, will open at 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 5.
- Pets are NOT allowed at this shelter (except assistance dogs).
The Virginia Beach Animal Care and Adoption Center, 341 S. Birdneck Road, can assist people who need shelter arrangements for pets.
Friday:
Chesapeake Public Schools – Closed
Dare County Public Schools – Closed
Edenton-Chowan Schools – Closed
Gates County Public Schools – Closed
Great Bridge Christian Academy- Closed Friday
Greenbrier Christian Academy– Closed Friday
Hampton Public Schools – Closed
Hampton University- Delayed 2 hours
Hertford Co Public Schools– Closed Friday
Isle of Wight County Public Schools – Closed
Mathews Co Public Schools – Delayed 2 hours
Middlesex County Schools – Delayed 2 hours
Nansemond – Suffolk Academy -Closed Friday
Newport News Public Schools – Closed
Norfolk Christian Schools – Closed
Norfolk Public Public Schools – Closed
Norfolk State University– Delayed 4 hours
Old Dominion University – Opening at 1pm
Portsmouth Schools- Closed
Regent University – Closed
Southampton Co. Schools – Closed
St. Johns Catholic School – Closed Friday
St Mark Christian Academy Portsmouth – Closed Friday
St. Matthews School- Closed Friday
St. Pius X School – Closed Friday
Suffolk Public Schools – Closed
Summit Christian Academy– Closed
Tidewater Community College – Closed
Virginia Beach City Public Schools – Opening on 2-hour delay
York County Schools – Closed
Get the latest weather updates from WAVY TV 10
Turn Around, Don’t Drown
Each year, more deaths occur due to flooding than from any other thunderstorm related hazard. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report that over half of all flood-related drownings occur when a vehicle is driven into hazardous flood water. A mere 6 inches of fast-moving flood water can knock over an adult. It takes just 12 inches of rushing water to carry away most cars and just 2 feet of rushing water can carry away SUVs and trucks. It is NEVER safe to drive or walk into flood waters.
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