Heads up! There is increasing confidence that strong to severe storms will impact the area later Monday afternoon into Monday night. Much of the area is under an Enhanced Risk (3 of 5) for severe storms. Damaging wind gusts, large hail, and isolated tornadoes cannot be ruled out.

There is a slight (level 2/5) risk for severe storms later this afternoon into tonight. Damaging winds are the primary threat, but isolated large hail or tornadoes are also possible. Otherwise, warm and breezy today with highs in the lower 80s and max wind gusts of 25-30 mph.

GLOUCESTER: Route 17 at Woods Cross Road median crossover will close temporarily starting Wednesday, 4/9 to Friday, 4/11 between 8am-8 pm to keep drivers & workers safe during construction to modify the intersection. Learn more conta.cc/4csUL5N Gloucester County, Virginia Government

The Gloucester Library's Community Room is now able to offer hybrid meeting capability thanks to a donation from Chesapeake Bank. The Community Room offers a free meeting space to countless nonprofit and community organizations throughout the County: pub.gloco-sitedocs.com/CEPI/Releases/…

Residents are asked to participate in a short survey to explain some of the ways they interact with local waterways. The information will inform the County of recommendations for zoning policies to protect and preserve working waterfronts in the community: s.surveyplanet.com/q0pshh3s

The Storm Prediction Center has upgraded us to a Slight risk (level 2/5) of severe weather today. The primary threats will be hail & strong damaging winds as storms develop this afternoon. Be sure to have a way to receive any warnings & keep an eye out if you're out & about.

Today marks the beginning of #HurricaneAwarenessWeek! This is a time to understand your wind and flooding risks and also keep in touch with emergency-related information by signing up for the County's emergency alert system: gloucesterva.gov/emergency-mana…

Another round of showers and storms is expected this afternoon, as a cold front crosses the region. A few storms this afternoon into the early evening could be strong to severe, with damaging winds and large hail as the main threats. Stay weather aware today! #vawx #ncwx

650am: Current radar shows rain becoming more widespread across the area this morning. There are pockets of heavy rain that will reduce visibility, so remain alert and slow down while driving. Watch out for ponding water on the roads. Wipers on = headlights on!

Storms will likely impact most of the area today, though there are lingering uncertainties regarding timing. Multiple rounds of storms are possible, one this afternoon and evening & perhaps another tonight. With the hot & humid airmass in place, storms quickly could turn severe.

HAPPENING TONIGHT: Please come and learn what a Technology Overlay District would mean for the County and have an opportunity to offer input and ask questions. Please note, this is just an informational meeting, and no decisions have been made regarding this initiative:

According to VDOT - “Please be advised that, after 3 accidents (Wednesday) it has become necessary to close the crossover on 17 at Woods Crossroads for the remainder of the construction period."

June 1 was the beginning of the 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season. This month, we look back on one of our most memorable storms and discuss how we are better prepared as a County to face the next storm and how you can be prepared. Listen to the podcast: buzzsprout.com/1939857/episod…

Gloucester County, Virginia Government

The public is invited to learn more and comment on a VDOT proposed plan to widen Route 17 in Gloucester County from four to six travel lanes between Lafayette Heights Road and Tidemill Road with the addition of pedestrian improvements. See details: vdot.virginia.gov/news-events/ne…

Those needing a break from the extreme heat are welcome to visit either our Main Library or Point Branch during regular hours this week! Check out a good book, or enjoy free wireless internet access while you cool off!

Today is Virginia's Water & Wastewater Professionals Day, and we would like to take a moment to recognize our entire Public Utilities team for all their hard work, and oftentimes, long hours, ensuring our public water is safe, healthy, and accessible.

Rt. 198 (Glenns Road) in Gloucester will close Monday, July 21 for pipe replacement project. All traffic will be detoured for 3 weeks to replace 2 concrete pipes the same length as a school bus. For more information, visit: conta.cc/3IcfHTF