I was not expecting to cry today. Janet Roach 13News Now is one incredible writer. This is worth the read. Kindness changes everything.

Slow Down! School is back in session. 🚸 When you see the flashing lights, it's 25 MPH. #VBPD #VirginiaBeach #VBSchools #SafeSchools #DriveSafe #WatchforPedestrians

8AM UPDATE: NC12 is open and passable, with sand and some overwash on Pea Island and in Buxton and Hatteras. There is some moderate to heavy overwash on secondary roads in Rodanthe (see pictures). Crews are out clearing now. We'll update again after high tide. Drive carefully!

Northbound of S Independence Blvd is temporarily closed to traffic between Dahlia Dr and Nesbitt Dr while VBPD investigates a fatal crash. Detours are in place but if you can avoid the area please do.

The approved dates for two extended roadway & maritime closures VDOT James River Bridge Wire Ropes Replacement Project are: •1 am on Fri, Jan 12 through 5 am on Tues, Jan 16 •1 am on Fri, Feb 2 through 5 am on Tues, Feb 6 For more info: conta.cc/47CMWXH #hrtraffic

Two people are dead after a house caught on fire in Chesapeake last night. Fire officials say multiple neighbors called in this fire. This morning, crews are still on the scene investigating. 13News Now

A few shots from the closed section of NC12 on the north end of Ocracoke Island. We are working to reopen this section of highway sometime later today.

Great News! At approx. 4:40 p.m., the Route 17 James River Bridge opened to motorists ahead of schedule. The JRB is expected to reopen to marine vessels requiring bridge lifts in the next few hours. For more, conta.cc/3RZTZDF #hrtraffic

Reminder…the Rte 17 James River Bridge will be closed for critical maintenance 1 a.m. Fri Feb. 2 – 5 a.m. Tues Feb. 6. For more or to signup for alerts: virginiadot.org/jrbropes. VDOT VA State Police Va Trucking Assn. City of Newport News City of Hampton City of Suffolk Isle of Wight County VA #hrtraffic

My colleague @13BethanyReese is covering Breaking Traffic News with a big crash impacting Monitor Merrimack bridge tunnel traffic. Tune in now to #13NewsNow to hear what she is talking about. #13Traffic #13Daybreakers

Oceana Blvd. is closed in both directions from Bells Rd to Louisa Ave. while VBPD investigates an accident that occurred earlier this morning on Oceana Blvd. There is a heavy police presence. Please avoid the area/find an alternate route.

The CBBT is currently operating with Level 2 wind restrictions. For new vehicle restrictions, visit cbbt.com/weather/. February 13, 2024 9:59 AM

Good morning. Our persistent low off the coast is causing more troubles today on NC12. OCRACOKE (first pic): NC12 Remains closed with consistent ocean overwash. HATTERAS & PEA ISLANDS: Open and passable with sand/water on the roadway. Drive with EXTREME CAUTION at reduced speeds.

Due to worsening conditions and another low pressure system expected to affect the area beginning tomorrow, NC12 on Ocracoke will remain closed for the next several days. Those wishing to access or leave Ocracoke Village should use ferries to/from Swan Quarter/Cedar Island.

This morning, Royal Caribbean Vision of the Seas just arrived to Norfolk. This is the second cruise ship to re-route to Norfolk following the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge last week. 13News Now

🚨TRAFFIC ALERT🚨All US 58 Eastbound Lanes and 2 US 58 Westbound lanes, near the Hampton Roads Exec Airport, are closed due to a motor vehicle accident. Police are directing traffic. Expect delays and we encourage motorists to use alternate routes. No ETA for reopening.

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UPDATE ‼️ All NB & SB lanes of I-95 are back open! ActionNewsJax