Meteorologist Sean Sublette breaks down the forecast, timeline and potential implications across the Fredericksburg region.
WATCH: Here’s what to expect from this weekend’s winter storm
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PHOTOS: Storm prep!
While VDOT crews pre-treat area roads, shoppers are also gearing up — with empty store shelves showing just how seriously people are taking the forecast.
PHOTOS: All available VDOT resources activated ahead of weekend storm
VDOT is moving into full storm response mode for the Fredericksburg area, the Northern Neck, and the Middle Peninsula, preparing for hazardous travel conditions and a prolonged cleanup.
LISTEN: “All hands on deck”: VDOT readies for snow, ice, and bitter cold
VDOT spokeswoman Kelly Hannon says crews are preparing for a long storm response.
LISTEN: Storm this weekend–Gas customers urged to prepare
Stephanie Benson with Columbia Gas of Virginia says now is the time for customers with natural gas service to prepare for the weekend storm.
REC on alert ahead of winter storm
Rappahannock Electric Cooperative is monitoring the approaching storm.
WATCH: VDOT readies equipment, salt and brine ahead of possible winter storm
Ahead of every winter storm, the Fredericksburg District VDOT office begins preparing days in advance.
Drought Watch and Warning now affect much of Northern and Central Virginia
State officials say the region is under a drought watch advisory.
PHOTOS: Winter showed up
Snow day scenes from around the region
LISTEN: VDOT ready for today’s snow
VDOT’s Kelly Hannon says the roads may look wet but beware of freezing.
PHOTOS: Some snow to start your Friday!
It started snowing just after 3 this morning around the area.
Fredericksburg area placed under expanded DEQ Drought Watch
Dry weather continues to lower streamflows and groundwater levels.
Warm weather delays peak fall color in much of Virginia
Forestry officials say cooler nights ahead should finally jumpstart Virginia’s fall color season, with the most vibrant displays expected to spread eastward from the mountains over the next two weeks.
State forestry department says Virginia’s fall color progress pauses, but not for long
Virginia’s fall colors are off to a slow start, with warm, wet weather delaying reds but yellows still making steady progress.
Forestry officials advise early trips for leaf viewing
The State Forestry Department says Virginia’s fall colors are arriving early this year, with drought conditions accelerating leaf change across much of the state.
WATCH: Free Press forecast with meteorologist Sean Sublette
A good mid-summer weekend ahead.
WATCH: Free Press forecast with meteorologist Sean Sublette
Big break in heat and humidity ahead.
LISTEN: Fredericksburg SPCA talks about pets in hot weather
Kathleen Daley-Becker and Von Young say timing and environment are everything when it comes to outdoor time.
WATCH: Free Press forecast with meteorologist Sean Sublette
Heat wave underway for Fredericksburg region.
PHOTOS: Rising Rappahannock
Heavy rain upsteam is bringing the water levels up at City Dock.
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