Holly Christopher, a spokesperson for VDOT said they re-treated roads Thursday morning to prevent ice.
Thursday’s snowfall led to slushy road conditions. The snow blanketed grassy surfaces but melted on the pavement for much of the morning.
Naquan Robinson, who lives and works in Suffolk, said the snow was refreshing.
“It feels good out here. I like the wintertime, it looks pretty out here, the trees looking all nice. It doesn’t look as naked no more,” said Robinson.
Robinson said he was looking forward to a snowball fight after work.
“I hope it sticks for a little bit so I can play with my brothers and sisters,” said Robinson.
Crews ready for first snowfall of 2021 in Hampton Roads
With the region expected to see a mix of rain and snow on Jan. 28, crews prepped roads ahead of time to prevent any traffic hiccups. Author: Ali Weatherton (13News Now), Allison Bazzle Published: 3:34 PM EST January 27, 2021 Updated: 6:19 AM EST January 28, 2021
CHESAPEAKE, Va. The Virginia Department of Transportation said crews are prepared for the first snowfall of 2021.
VDOT crews started spreading brine on interstates, primary roads and bridges early Wednesday morning in the Hampton Roads area. Brine helps prevent the roads from freezing.
Communications Manager Holly Christopher says they have more than 460 pieces of equipment ready to go ahead of the snowfall, including trucks with plows and salt spreaders. She said VDOT Hampton Roads has an $8.4 million snow budget.