Impaired driving is generally associated with alcohol, prescription drug abuse, or illegal drug use. The use of legally obtained prescription (Rx) or over-the-counter (OTC) medication can also impair driving. There’s more than one way to drive under the influence. Drive Safely.

The Sinaloa and CJNG cartels in Mexico are producing fentanyl and fentanyl-laced fake prescription pills with chemicals from China, intentionally poisoning Americans to drive addiction & achieve higher profits. Learn more at curbthecrisis.com #OnePillCanKill

Great morning of Shop with a Cop with so many friends! Fauquier County Sheriff's Office in Virginia VA State Police Warrenton Police Department Rappahannock Sheriff’s Office

*UPDATE*: Winter Weather Advisories now extend into Shenandoah & Page counties (1,000' & above) from 7 PM this evening until 6 AM Mon. Take a look at the latest forecast and the reasonable worst case scenario across the area. (weather.gov/lwx/winter) #MDwx #VAwx #WVwx #DCwx

Flood Watches have been issued for areas along and east of I-95 Sunday evening into early Monday morning. Rainfall amounts of 2-3 inches are expected for areas east of I-81 with localized amounts up to 4 inches east of I-95. #MDwx #VAwx #WVwx #DCwx

[5:00 PM] Steady rain has now overspread much of the area. Use extra caution and watch out for ponding of water on roadways and reduced visibilities if you are out and about this evening.

Senior #VSP Trooper & K9 Bandit receive state honors madrapp.com/senior-trooper…

Snow, freezing rain & mixed precipitation are in the forecast tonight through Tuesday morning. VDOT crews in most of Virginia are pre-treating roads & bridges before the storm. Pay attention to forecasts & plan travel around the storm. ❄️ Learn more: bit.ly/3RYFxf9

Good Morning from MeeMaw! We’ve been out treating roads overnight and are making great progress! Pls continue to delay travel if you can while our crews work. If you do go out, pls SLOW DOWN! To the kiddos, enjoy your day off! (And thanks to Annie Yu for the ☀️ at 4:45a!)

The VSP is highlighting a texting tip line & web form for the public to send anonymous tips to the department’s Human Trafficking Investigative Unit via text to 847411 on their phone and then type “VSP” followed by the tip. Tips can also be submitted ➡️ bit.ly/3vIQE4s

First responder agencies are experiencing numerous benefits by integrating drone technology into their operations. Join BRINC Drones & Councilor Conrad Lee of Bellevue, Washington on 1/23 for an insightful webinar on the integration of drone tech in public safety: nlc.org/events/revolut…

#VSP extends its sincerest condolences to the family and fellow Troopers of Florida Highway Patrol Trooper Zachary Fink. #RIP #neverforget

VIPC's Public Safety Innovation Center Study Analyzes Realtime Drone Activity in Virginia’s Airspace - - Continue To Full Story: bit.ly/3wnevHe

NEXT WEEK: We are bringing you stories from recent VA disasters and stories about severe weather. Severe Weather Awareness Week has 5️⃣ themes: Mon: Watches v Warnings 🌩️ Tues: Tornadoes 🌪️ Wed: Severe Thunderstorms⚡️ Thurs: Flash Flooding 🌊 Friday: Outdoor Safety 🏞️

Next week is Severe Weather Awareness Week! From March 4-8, we will highlight the daily posts shared by our partners Virginia Department of Emergency Management. These posts will help you learn more about the hazards and how to prepare for severe weather season.

Kudos VA State Police great work

We will never forget Rivan's sacrifice. More: ow.ly/bFNX50R7WVv

Virginia’s fentanyl crisis is growing quickly. Initiatives like ‘It Only Takes One VA’ are highlighting the opioid problems that are running rampant in the commonwealth. First Lady Suzanne S. Youngkin spoke to VDEM about the growing fentanyl issues (1/2)

We are encouraging residents and travelers across Virginia to prepare for the weather this weekend into early next week. For tips on how to prepare and stay safe visit vaemergency.gov/threats/winter…

We are less than 24 hours away from winter weather impacting the commonwealth. Are you prepared? Precipitation will begin falling tomorrow afternoon in SW Virginia and then track across the Commonwealth throughout Sunday and Monday (see onset time graphic for your area).