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VPM s daily newscast contains all your Central Virginia news in just 5 to 10 minutes. Hosted by Benjamin Dolle, episodes are recorded the night before so you can wake up prepared.
Here’s a recap of the top stories on the morning of Tuesday, February 16, 2021:
Later today, a new state website is expected to go live giving Virginians one central place to register for the COVID-19 vaccine. Local health departments closed their online registration forms last Friday to prepare for the new statewide system. Over one million Virginians have received the COVID-19 vaccine, according to the Virginia Department of Health. About 340,000 people are fully vaccinated, which is nearly 12% of the state’s population.
“It will be a question of when does the temperature go above freezing and how much precipitation there is before it does that,” added Albright. But right now, I can’t pinpoint that amount at the moment.”
Tomorrow afternoon will be the earliest the NWS will be able to predict the amount of precipitation that may occur.
“All I can say is…there is a threat for it,” said Albright.
To see the extended forecast for the area, click here.
According to VDOT Richmond on Twitter, numerous roads across Virginia remain closed to downed trees and power lines. If travel is essential, visit 511virginia.org or dial 511 before you leave the house.