How many inches of snow did Virginia Beach and Norfolk get? Winter storm update

Virginia Beach and Norfolk experienced heavy snowfall. According to reports, Norfolk received 10.2 inches of snow, while Virginia Beach saw just over 12 inches.

Updated on: Feb 20, 2025, 19:28:53 IST

By Vaishnavi Vaidyanathan

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Virginia Beach and Norfolk experienced heavy snowfall on Wednesday and Thursday as a winter storm swept through Virginia. Videos showing snow piling up in various areas surfaced on X. According to local television station WTKR, Norfolk received 10.2 inches of snow, while Virginia Beach saw just over 12 inches. Norfolk International Airport (ORF) also recorded 10.2 inches of snow.

Virginia Beach and Norfolk experienced heavy snowfall. (Representational image)

Thursday closings and delays -

Dozens of schools, government offices, and businesses have announced closures for Thursday due to the storm. Additionally, the Williamsburg Area Transit Authority (WATA) has confirmed that no bus services will operate on Thursday due to hazardous road conditions. Suffolk Transit service is also suspended. Sentara hospitals reported that some of their sites will be closed because of the weather.

Road accidents -

Virginia State Police responded to over 740 road incidents on Wednesday, out of which almost 200 crashes were investigated. At least10 injuries were reported. Fortunately, there have been no deadly crashes during the storm. Police are urging drivers who must be on the roads to stay below the speed limit for safety.

Jo Koy's show postponed -

Jo Koy's show, which was originally scheduled to take place at the Chartway Arena on Friday, has been rescheduled. A new date is yet to be announced ( TBA). The tickets booked for the original date will remain valid for the rescheduled date. Those unable to attend the rescheduled show, can request a refund within 30 days of the reschedule.

Other states also hit by snowstorm -

The snowstorm didn't just affect Virginia. Parts of North Carolina, Maryland, and Delaware were also impacted. According to Accuweather, cities like Richmond in Virginia, Winston-Salem and Raleigh in North Carolina, and Salisbury in Maryland saw several inches of snow from Wednesday into Thursday. The snowstorm also brought a few inches of snow to Cape Cod, Massachusetts, on Wednesday.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Vaishnavi Vaidyanathan
Vaishnavi Vaidyanathan leads the US Desk at Hindustan Times, where she writes, strategises coverage, and ensures quality across all beats. With eight years of experience covering US news for leading publications, she has reported extensively on politics, entertainment, and sports. Vaishnavi holds a graduate degree in English, Journalism, and Psychology, and completed her PG Diploma in Broadcast Journalism from the Manorama School of Communication, where she was awarded the prestigious Mammen Mappillai Award for Best Outgoing Student. She began her career at the International Business Times (US Edition), covering US breaking news, politics, and entertainment. She later joined Opoyi, reporting across all beats, including US sports and trending stories. Prior to Hindustan Times, she served as World Lead at Times Now News, covering comprehensive world news and events. Vaishnavi has expertise in politics, entertainment, and breaking news, and enjoys tackling stories across a wide range of topics. Beyond the newsroom, she is an avid traveller, a foodie who loves exploring new restaurants, and a pop culture enthusiast who enjoys watching latest shows and films. She also enjoys engaging in debates and discussions on Reddit.Read More

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