Governor Ralph Northam declared a state of emergency Tuesday to respond to the impact of Tropical Depression Ida. And several school systems are closed or delayed Wednesday...
As the Ida storm system moves through our area today, a few school systems are affected. Blue Ridge Community College, Buckingham County and Prince Edward County schools are closed today, and Bath County schools are on a 2-hour delay.
Fluvanna County schools will dismiss early at 11:45am.
Louisa County and Page County schools will dismiss early at 12pm.
The storm is expected to cause heavy rains and flooding in western and northern Virginia, including along Interstates 81 and 66. The storm also poses a risk of tornadoes. A flash flood watch for the WMRA area is in effect through tonight. An emergency declaration allows Virginia to mobilize people and equipment to assist in recovery efforts. It also allows Virginia to coordinate planning and evacuation resources with state and local partners.
