Loudoun County public safety officials are urging property owners to clear their roofs of snow if possible – especially if they have a flat roof.
At least three grocery stores in Loudoun County have been forced to close temporarily because of the amount of snow on their roofs. This particular snow fall contained significant amounts of liquid, which in turn, presents a potential danger for roof collapses. Residents should also keep in mind that the National Weather Service is calling for a significant snowfall later this week.
Residents should also:
1) Clear the area around the fire hydrants and dry hydrants in your neighborhood. Clearing the snow from around the hydrants will enable fire and rescue personnel to access the hydrants quickly in the event of an emergency.
2) Make sure your address is visible for emergency personnel. If your address has been covered up by the snow, write it in clear, large print on a piece of paper and place it on your front door.
3) Check on your neighbors, especially the elderly and homebound and especially in rural areas.
The Loudoun County government is activating the Loudoun County Major Event Hotline for people who have non-emergency questions related to the record-setting snowstorm and the significant storm that is expected to arrive shortly.
The hotline, 703-737-8300, is intended for non-emergency calls. The hotline will be active throughout the current snow event. As always, people should call 9-1-1 in the event of an emergency.
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