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Severe Overnight Weather Causes Widespread Damage in Albemarle County
ALBEMARLE COUNTY, VA—The Albemarle County Police Department and Albemarle County Fire Rescue are currently handling multiple emergencies related to severe weather conditions. The authorities are responded to numerous reports of downed trees and power lines across the county overnight. As of Sunday morning, roughly 5,000 homes are still without power. Residents are strongly advised to stay off the roads if possible and to avoid approaching fallen trees or power lines for safety. For updates on current road conditions, the public is encouraged to visit the Virginia 511 website at 511Virginia.org. To report any roadway hazards, contact the Virginia Department of
Severe Weather Hits Several Counties Late Sunday
Several area counties received storm damage late Sunday afternoon this on the Memorial Day weekend as severe weather moved through. In Glasgow people at a campground near James River Road and Recreation Lane were temporarily trapped as trees fell from the very high winds. “While working on scene, Chief 2 was notified by staff that a second tree had fallen on a cabin with occupants still inside. Units made their way to the cabin and were able to clear the entrance and assist the occupants out.” Glasgow VFD said in a Facebook post.
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